The Pride of University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is famous for producing some of the most reputable leaders of the country. They hone the minds of Justices and state leaders. One of the most renowned alumni of the University is the 38th president of the United States, Gerald Rudolph Ford Jr.

However, this is not the only achievement Michigan is proud to have. Aside from their highly regarded graduates, they are also home to one of the best university athletics, the Michigan Wolverines. They have varsity teams to represent them in various college sports association.

They have one of the best sports standings in the past decade, as they have been included in the top six of NACDA Director's Cup seven times. This is a proof of the efforts of the university to be consistent with their team standards.

They have also proven that they have a strong team in various fields. They remain the sole university to have championship trophy in four different sports. These are football, ice hockey, baseball, and basketball.
Among the above-mentioned sports, football is the most celebrated. They won 11 national championships for this sport. They have also more reason to display their Michigan Wolverine merchandises because their football team is also one of the most envied teams in college football.

Other teams have all the reason to envy the Wolverines. They are among the few teams who have marked unforgettable milestones in the history of college football. They have set an NCAA record in terms of winning percentage and number of games won. One football record that will stay for eternity is being the first ever team to win the Rose Bowl, the oldest bowl game, in 1902. They also have one of the largest football stadium in the world. Who would not want to wear their Michigan Wolverine gear if they have these things to brag about?

The football team has always been strong. It started playing in 1879. Michigan football history clearly shows that the team has dominated the game. After winning the first Rose Bowl, they went on to win in the next three years.

Another notable fact that includes the Michigan Wolverines football is its rivalry with the Ohio State University. In the fan polls conducted by ESPN, the rivalry between the two is the greatest in the American sports in the years 2000 and 2004. The NCAA record they set in 2003 drawing 112,118 viewers when they played Ohio is one of its proofs.

Snow Bowl is a witness to that rivalry. The name refers to the game between the two in November 1950 where UM defeated OSU, making them the Big Ten Champion. The game made a mark in the hearts of football fans because of the level of difficulty their athletes endured. They played in unlikely winter weather.

Although the team seemed strong, they have also experienced some heartbreaking losses. An unforgettable demise happened in 1994 when the Colorado Buffaloes won a non-conference game. It was a painful defeat because everyone thought Michigan had the game in the bag.

University of Michigan has plenty to celebrate in terms of the turnouts of its graduates and the standing of most of its varsity teams, particularly football. They may have failed at some point, but their overall success overshadows it.

Expanded Use Of Home Oxygen Therapy Could Save Lives

Two recent large scale studies of the effects of long-term home oxygen therapy have been launched during the past year by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NFLBI) and the non-profit research organization the Rand Corporation. Although oxygen therapy has been available for decades, it's benefits are becoming more widely understood. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the 4th leading cause of death in the United States.

Late last year, the NHLBI unveiled the largest randomized clinical trial of the effectiveness and safety of long-term home oxygen therapy for COPD patients. The $28 million, 6-year project will study patients with moderate lung disease. The study will involve approximately 3,500 patients across the United States with moderate COPD to determine whether home oxygen therapy will help patients live longer and more active lives. Contract awards were given to 14 field sites to conduct the study.

The 14 field study sites awarded contracts are:

* Brigham & Women's Hospital (John Reilly, M.D.)

* Cleveland Clinic Foundation (James Stoller, M.D., M.S.)

* Denver Health Medical Center (Rick Albert, M.D.)

* Duke University (Neil MacIntyre, M.D.)

* Kaiser Permanente Northwest (Thomas Stibolt, M.D.)

* Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute (Richard Casaburi, M.D.)

* Ohio State University (Philip Diaz, M.D.)

* Temple University (Gerard Criner, M.D.)

* University of Alabama at Birmingham (J. Allen Cooper, Jr., M.D.)

* University of Michigan (Fernando J. Martinez, M.D., M.S.)

* University of Pittsburgh (Frank Sciurba, M.D.)

* University of Utah (Richard Kanner, M.D.)

* University of Washington (David Au, M.D., M.S.)

* Washington University (Roger Yusen, M.D., M.P.H.)

About 12 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with COPD, while another 12 million are believed to be undiagnosed. Approximately 1 million COPD patients in the United States are currenty receiving oxygen therapy. Studies show that Americans with chronic obstructive lung disease received only 55% of recommended care. Many individuals who have COPD don't even kmow they have it. They brush off the primary symptom, shortness of breath, as a sign of aging or being out of shape. The Rand study estimated that 27,000 to 54,000 annual deaths in the United States from COPD may have been reduced by appropriate oxygen use. According to Dr. Robert A. Wise of Johns Hopkins University: "We may not be able to get them to 100 percent, but we can almost always get them to be a lot more self-sufficient, and that's what a lot of patients with COPD are concerned about. It's not just shortness of breath; it's the loss of independence."

The Rand study also determinedthat only 32% of COPD patients with baseline hypoxia received home oxygen therapy for routine management. James Kiley, PhD., Director of the NHLBI, remarks: "As the population ages, the number of individuals affected by COPD is on the rise. It is more imperative than ever that we find treatments that will improve the health and function of patients with chronic lung diseases such as COPD."

One of the most popular methods of receiving home oxygen therapy is the oxygen concentrator. Oxygen concentrators simply plug into a standard electrical outlet, eliminating the need for oxygen tanks and deliveries. Portable oxygen concentrators offer even greater mobility; some models can be plugged into your car's accessory outlet or can be used with re-chargeable batteries. The Inogen One is a portable oxygen concentrator with these advanced features.

Kansas City Chiefs Still Winless in 2009

The Kansas City Chiefs have seen better days in their franchise's history. The 2008 season was the epitome of frustration and disappointment going 2-14 - the Detroit Lions had a more dreadful season of 0-16. The combination of the 07' & 08' seasons, the Chiefs' record is 6-26, ouch!

With the signing of Matt Cassel, Kansas City Chiefs fans had reason to be optimistic. Cassel replaced the injured Tom Brady in 08' and led the team to a respectable 11-5 record, just missing the playoffs. Could Cassel work the same magic in Kansas City?

The loss of TE Tony Gonzalez was a definite blow to the team, and you can be sure that Cassel wishes he had a future Hall of Fame target to pass to every Sunday. The Chiefs have their franchise QB in place, and now it's time to fit the rest of the puzzle pieces in.

RB Larry Johnson is a fine player but is getting older and can't shoulder the load like he use to. Running backs who turn 30 typically see a decline in their abilities, which is understandable. Larry Johnson peaked in 06', with over 1,700 yards rushing and 17 touchdowns.

The Chiefs' defense ranks in the bottom of the league in every major statistical category. When you have QB Philip Rivers, RB Darren Sproles, RB LaDainian Tomlinson, TE Antonio Gates, and WR Vincent Jackson in your own division, it can make for a long season.

The fact that the Chiefs play in a division that hasn't been good for a very long time (exception being the San Diego Chargers) gives Chiefs hope for the future. Matt Cassel showed some signs of greatness in New England - was that the product of the Patriots organization? Matt Cassel's ability? Or Both?

The Chiefs have had success in the past so there is no reason they can't return to a respectable team once again, it will take some time.

Alabama State - Neck

Alabama State vs Texas Southern, 2004, Joe L. Reed Acadome, Campus of Alabama State University



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ASU - Pretty Brown Eyes

ASU vs UAB 5th Quarter...Cut off like 2 eight counts b4 end...



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LSU vs. BAMA OVERTIME

We should have won this motherfucker...



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The Industrial Revolution [Ralph Raico]

Lecture by Ralph Raico presented at the Ludwig von Mises Institute's 2001 Mises University held in Auburn, Alabama. The internationally renowned instructional seminar presented annually since 1985, featuring 60 or more classes, seminars, and plenary lectures on Austrian economics is the basis for a solid education in economics. mises.org Ralph Raico is professor of European history at the State University of New York College at Buffalo. He received his Ph.D. degree from the University of Chicago, Committee on Social Thought, where the head of his dissertation committee was FA Hayek. He is the translator of Ludwig von Mises's Liberalism and of essays by FA Hayek contained in Hayek's Collected Works. Dr. Raico was editor of the New Individualist Review and senior editor of Inquiry. He has lectured widely in Europe, the United States, and Canada, and is fellow in social thought at the Cato Institute. He is therecipient of the 2000 Gary G. Schlarbaum Prize for Lifetime Achievement in the Cause of Liberty. Related links mises.org www.lewrockwell.com www.fff.org DISCLAIMER: Owner of this media presentation, the Ludwig von Mises Institute, has given permission under the Creative Commons license to publicly repost and remix as long as credit is given to the Mises Institute and respective guidelines followed. More info at: creativecommons.org This YouTube channel, LibertyInOurTime, is in no way endorsed by or affiliated with the Ludwig von Mises Institute, any of its lecturers or ...



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Philadelphia Eagles 2006 Preview

Last season for the Eagles was one to forget. They had issues on and off the field. For the Eagles, the season ended in a couple of weeks. They finished an abysmal 6-10. Over the off season, they solved the Terrell Owens issue. He's now with their nemesis, the Dallas Cowboys. Looking at the Eagles, they appear to be ready to move forward and get back on track. Unfortunately, the NFC East is going to be a rough division. Every team is expected to fight hard for the title.

Quarterbacks

I am not sure where to rank Donovan McNabb. He appears to be going the wrong way in his career. The 2006 season is going to be crucial for him and this Eagles offense. Many will be quick to blame last season on his injury and Owens. Will McNabb stay healthy this season? Will it matter? The Eagles brought in Jeff Garcia as a backup. He's not the best quarterback out there, but he makes for a decent backup option.

Receivers

The receiving crew for the Eagles is expected to be just above average. They don't have a bona fide star on the staff. The Eagles will most likely spread the ball around to each receiver and see who develops throughout the year. Keeping healthy is going to be the biggest obstacle. If Todd Pinkston can play this season--the whole season--he could add a nice threat.

Running Backs

The Eagles have a pretty good running game. Brian Westbrook--if he stays healthy--is going to provide a good option for the Eagles offensive approach. To help keep him healthy, the Eagles might do a running back by committee for a fair percentage of the downs. Ryan Moats figures to get some decent playing time.

Defense and Special Teams

The Eagles have a top 15 defense in my opinion. One key addition this season is Darren Howard. He came over from the New Orleans Saints. As with the rest of the Eagles team, he also had health issues. However, he could provide the spark that propels this defense upward. They also added LB Shawn Barber and DT Ed Jasper. The special teams are also above average. David Akers should be back to his usual good self. Jeremy Bloom was selected by the Eagles in the 2006 Draft and he's going to be a return man. He could end up giving the Eagles that return threat they lacked last season.

2006 Prediction

The Eagles should have no trouble improving on their horrible 6-10 record from 2005. However, they are in a very tough division. Their schedule is a good balance of good and poor teams. They should be able to get to 8-8. How well they improved will determine the rest of the way. Their softer games include: Oakland, New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, New Orleans Saints, Houston Texans, and San Francisco 49ers. That could be up to seven wins waiting for them. The other nine games are against tougher teams, including the six against the NFC East foes.

New Mississippi State Football Uniforms 2009

New 2009 Mississippi State Football Uniforms 2009 Mississippi State Football Schedule Sat, Sep 05 Jackson State Sat, Sep 12 @ Auburn Sat, Sep 19 @ Vanderbilt Sat, Sep 26 LSU Sat, Oct 03 Georgia Tech Sat, Oct 10 Houston (HC) Sat, Oct 17 @ Middle Tennessee Sat, Oct 24 Florida Sat, Oct 31 @ Kentucky Sat, Nov 14 Alabama Sat, Nov 21 @ Arkansas Sat, Nov 28 Ole Miss Chad Bumphis WR 5-10 195 Fr. HS Tupelo Robert Elliott RB 6-0 210 So. 1L Okolona, MS Brandon Heavens ATH 5-10 170 Fr. HS Bessemer Charles Mitchell DB 5-11 205 So. 1L Clarksdale Brandon McRae WR 6-4 205 Sr. 2L Chester, VA Wade Bonner DB 5-9 200 So. 1L Mason, TN Montrell Conner RB 6-2 215 Fr. HS Monroe, LA Leon Berry WR 6-0 195 Jr. TR Griffin, GA Cameron Lawrence ATH 6-2 210 Fr. HS Ricco Sanders ATH 5-11 175 Fr. HS Duncan, SC Dennis Thames ATH 5-11 180 Fr. HS Louisville, Johnthan Banks DB 6-2 170 Fr. HS Maben, MS Chris Relf QB 6-3 235 So. SQ Montgomery, AL Riley Saunders QB 6-0 195 Fr. HS Oxford, MS Tyson Lee QB 5-10 200 Sr. 1L Columbus, MS Tyler Russell QB 6-4 215 Fr. HS Meridian, MS Marcus Washington DB 5-10 195 Sr. 3L Missouri Aaron Encalade QB 6-3 235 Jr. TR Port Sulphur, Louis Watson DB 5-10 180 Fr. RS Mobile, AL Jamar Chaney LB 6-1 240 Sr. 3L Fort Pierce, FL Sylvester Hemphill RB 5-9 230 Fr. RS Olive Anthony Dixon RB 6-1 235 Sr. 3L Jackson, MS Corey Broomfield DB 5-10 170 Fr. RS Palm Bay Damein Anderson DB 5-11 195 So. 1L Hazlehurst, LaDarius Perkins ATH 5-10 180 Fr. HS Greenville Tay Bowser ATH 6-3 200 Sr. 3L ...



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The History of Football

Tailgating, ice cold beer, hot dogs grilling, hamburgers cooking, Sunday afternoons at the stadium, friendly rivalry between friends, family, and co-workers, and hot cheerleaders only means one thing...football season is here. Football has emerged from a game that used to kill players which not many people watched to a game that has a following of millions of fans, millions of television sets turned in to various games specific to the favorite National Football League (NFL) team that is playing that weekend and hundreds of thousands of dollars spend on tickets, merchandise, and stadium foods every year. Not only that, but millions of children every year find a new role model to idolize in football players.

Not many fans know the history of the game of football, however short it is. The first game that was played by a college or university in America was on November 6, 1869 between the universities of Rutgers and Princeton. Each team had 20 players on the field at one time, which, as any modern day fan knows, are too many players. This sort of play resembled more of a Rugby game than what is known today as a football game. The rules for college football play were established in 1873 and limited the number of players on the field to 15 instead of 20. A major concern, and a big reason for the lowering of players on the field, was the safety of the players and this concern has not ended today.

Walter Camp, who was a big proponent of the game of football, only wanted to have 11 players on the field at one time. Eventually, he got his way and the players were slimmed down to 11. Camp was instrumental in changing many things about football, so that it looks like the game that we play today. He began a system of counting the number of tries it took a team to move the ball 5 yards. These, he called downs and limited the team's try to 3 downs per 5 yards. If they did not move the ball 5 yards within the allotted downs, the other team got the ball. This was called a turnover. This changed as well, over time. The yardage that had to be met was changed to 10 yards in 1906. The next change to happen was in 1912 when the 4th down was added to give the players a little more time to get those ten yards in somehow. This is still in play today.

This sport was extremely rough in its beginnings, unlike now, when a player or two may die in one year of professional play. In one year of college play, there were 180 injuries serious enough to warrant a doctor's visit and 18 dead players. Because of these injuries and deaths, the game was shortened to 60 minutes of play instead of the original 70. The rules were changes to eliminate purposeful rough play and a buffer zone was created between the teams to keep them separated.

Real Estate City Profiles - Birmingham, Alabama

Birmingham, Alabama is a great place to live and work. The city is rich with history and culture, and the consistently strong economy helps make Birmingham real estate a good financial investment.

So in this city profile, we will take a closer look at the city of Birmingham, Alabama from several angles, such as education, lifestyle, real estate and more.

Birmingham's Climate & Weather

Being located in the Deep South of the United States, Birmingham has a humid climate. Actually, in scientific terms, the climate here is considered to be subtropical (meaning hot summers and plenty of rainfall). The city averages about 52 inches of rain each year.

The Birmingham winters could best be described as mild to chilly. In January, one of the coldest months, the average daily high is around 53 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average low is around 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Basic City Stats - Population, Geography, Etc.

Birmingham is the largest city in the state of Alabama. The city lies partly in Jefferson County and partly in Shelby County. Birmingham is the county seat of Jefferson County, Alabama. Geographically speaking, Birmingham is located in the north-central part of Alabama.

To chart the population growth of Birmingham, Alabama, one simply has to compare data over the last few years. In 2000, the population was around 242,000 in the city of Birmingham. Six years later in 2006, the population had actually decreased to about 230,000 in the city.

Today, in 2008, the population has gone back up again and is currently estimated at just over 242,000. So when you consider the last eight years, the population of Birmingham has more or less stayed the same (with a few ups and downs).

Note that these numbers pertain to the city alone, and not to the entire metro area of Birmingham. When you consider the entire metropolitan area of Birmingham, Alabama, the population is well over one million people.

Schools In and Around Birmingham, AL

You can't talk about real estate in a particular city without talking about the city's schools. After all, schools play a major role in property values (in addition to being a quality of life concern). So let's take a quick look at the school situation in this city.

Within the metropolitan Birmingham area, there are three universities, three colleges, four junior colleges, three technical schools, four business schools, and 276 public schools. As you can see, there is plenty of educational opportunity in and around Birmingham, Alabama, which makes a real estate investment much more sound (not to mention boosting the quality of life).

K-12 schools are operated under the purview of the Birmingham Public Schools, which consists of eight elementary schools, a district-wide school for grades 3-8, two middle schools, two high schools, and several alternative programs. In all, these schools serve more than 8,000 K-12 students in Birmingham, Alabama.

At the collegiate level, there are some excellent institutions in Birmingham, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham (also a major employer in the city), Samford University and the University of Montevallo (just south of Birmingham in Montevallo. AL).

Employment & Economy

The largest employers in the city are the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Baptist Medical Centers, BellSouth, and Jefferson County Public Schools. The steel industry also plays a big role in the city's economy, and many jobs can be attributed to steel production and processing facilities.

The Birmingham metropolitan area is consistently ranked as one of America's best places to work, based in part on the salary rates in the area (combined with the relatively low cost of living). In fact, a 2006 study by Salary.com ranked the city #2 on a list of best places to live for building personal net worth!

Should You Buy Real Estate in the Birmingham Area?

Should you buy a home in Birmingham, Alabama? This is a question that only you, as the home buyer, can answer for yourself. Every city in the U.S. has its pros and cons, with regard to quality of life, real estate values, and other factors. And this applies to Birmingham just as well. Hopefully, however, this guide has given you a better insight into this wonderful southern city.

The Blue Devils of Duke University

Fans of college basketball are well aware that the Blue Devils of Duke are coming off yet another spectacular season of basketball. Given the fact that Duke seems to continually be in title contention, there is no doubt that the team has found the right formula for success over the last several decades. It's hard to even think about the NCAA "March Madness" tournament without envisioning Duke playing, and even contending for a slot in the fable Final Four, and often the tournament title itself. One has to wonder what coaching secrets are engendering such continual and sustained success. To date, Coach K's methodology remains a riddle unsolved. Unfortunately, that success remains entirely focused on the basketball program.

They play football at Duke?

In contrast, the football squad at Duke is definitely an afterthought. When they win, it is big news - since they do it so seldom. The only thing that is pretty much a given about the Blue Devil football team is that it is unlikely to ever be a serious contender for a slot in a BCS game - much less the national title. Playing in a conference that gets little respect from the BCS selection committee and losing in that conference on a consistent basis is just a good formula for breakout success.

Recruitment is tough

Unlike the basketball program, the coach of the football team always seems to have an uphill battle in his efforts to improve the team's base of talent. They try to bring in blue chip players, but schools like Michigan, Ohio State, and Alabama somehow seem more attractive. Even students who transfer from one program to another never seem to end up on the Blue Devils roster! Some have even suggested that the football and basketball coaches might want to change jobs - just to see if Coach K's approach to winning can translate onto the gridiron. If nothing else, it would provide an interesting subject for study!

Prospects are dim

Regardless, there is very little doubt that this season will once again prove to be another grim state of affairs for the football program. As usual, the school's fan base will have to just endure a quarter year of football blues until they can officially get their basketball season underway. That is, after all, the next chance those fans will have to hear the name Duke referred to in any manner other than a punch line.

Somehow, the school needs to find some way to duplicate its basketball success in other areas of athletic competition. The football program has long been in dire need of assistance, and the baseball team is hardly any better. The odd thing is that there is no logical explanation for the disparity between the success of the basketball team and the abysmal failure of these other sports team. After all, Duke is Duke, no matter which sport is being played, isn't it? And if it's not, one would certainly think that it should be.

"Sound of the South" (TSU) 1970 Senior Bowl

Original NBC Films of the 1970 Senior Bowl performance by the Troy (State) University "Sound of the South" Marching Band, Dr. John M. Long, Director



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Big Name State Universities - 5 Relatively Cheap Online Bachelor's Degrees

Let's face it. With so many options available on the internet, choosing an online bachelors degree program can be a daunting task. Try a little test. Type "online bachelors degree" into Google and glance at the results. Many "featured" programs on various degree websites usually include names like University of Phoenix, Walden University, Kaplan University, and Capella University.

Based on the test mentioned above, it should come as no surprise that these for-profit universities also rank in the top twenty of the largest online student bodies in the United States. According to the latest data from U.S. News & World Report, University of Phoenix served over 187,000 online students during the 2006-2007 school year. Significant online enrollment figures were also reported by Walden University (22,138), Kaplan University (22,000), and Capella University (13,726) for the same time frame.

But other non-traditional students take a slightly different approach to earning their degrees via online college courses. Instead of completing a 4-year degree through a for-profit online school, degree completion programs offered by well-known state universities are attracting considerable attention. To meet graduation requirements, many non-traditional students with little time for on-campus classes use inexpensive local community colleges as stepping stones to state universities. The reason: more public two-year colleges now cater to working students than in previous decades.

Three factors appear to be driving students back to long-established public and private universities, some of which are represented by a few big names. For starters, several institutions have adopted special tuition rates for distance learners that are not only less expensive than those for on-campus classes, but also considerably cheaper than the big for-profit universities. Comparable fees for in-state and out-of-state residents at these big schools are becoming more commonplace.

Next, to meet rising demand, more traditional universities are responding by increasing the variety of online classes and degree programs. For example, the Cincinnati Post recently reported that enrollment in online-only programs at the University of Cincinnati is up 257 percent over the past 4 years. In another recent article, the Tuscaloosa News cited enrollment figures from the University of West Alabama for the 2007 Fall semester. A staggering 47 percent, or almost one-half the entire student population at the Livingston, Alabama university take only classes held onlne.

Finally, the thought of having a resume tossed by corporate human resources staffers because the degree was earned through an online-only university may simply be too much for some students. In 2006, career information provider Vault Inc. surveyed hiring managers about how they view applicants with degrees that were earned online. A whopping 77% responded that they believe an online degree granted by an accredited institution holds more credibility than one from an internet-only school. As one unnamed HR professional confides, an online degree obtained from a well-established, traditional university stands a much greater chance of escaping the "correspondence school" stigma.

A related factor, branding, appears to heavily influence school choices as well. Listing a highly-respected, name brand college degree on a resume usually proves advantageous when competing for positions, especially in tight job markets, according to some career coaches. Similarly, nearby lesser known universities are also thought to carry considerable name recognition among prospective employers.

In other words, when choosing an online degree program, choose wisely. The opportunities to earn college degrees from highly-respected schools are many. Spend a little time and do some research. Yes, the larger online-only colleges and universities appear more often in Google searches. But it is highly unlikely that their exposure level is close to what the major state universities receive on those memorable autumn afternoons during college football season.

Below, you'll find five solid bachelor's degree completion programs that are fully capable of sprucing up many resumes with eye-catching credentials. Each degree is attainable through numerous options that can include CLEP exams and liberal college-credit transfer policies. Tuition rates, except where noted, apply to both in-state and out-of-state residents. For more information, please visit the respective university's Continuing Education or Extended Learning website to learn more.

Colorado State University - Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts - $223 per semester hour

Indiana University - Bachelor of General Studies - $145.06 (in-state)/$164.22 (out-of state) per semester hour

Texas Tech University - Bachelor of General Studies - $189 per semester hour (includes fees)

University of Iowa - Bachelor of Liberal Studies - $224 per semester hour

University of Missouri - Bachelor of General Studies - $247.60 per semester hour (includes fees)

Above information current as of September, 2007.

Stingettes 2008 dance to Damage

Bama State Stingettes dance at the Mississippi Valley game



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Alabama State Parks

State parks in Alabama are found in large numbers in and around the state. They can suit anything like planning for a vacation, weekend getaway, or even a business conference. They provide everything to everyone ranging from resorts, camping, boating, hiking trails, fishing, golf, to cabin rentals, conference, and meeting facilities.

There are nearly 22 state parks and all are equally inviting. Every park houses its own set of treasures and offers fun and recreation at the same time. There are parks with resort facilities like the DeSoto, Lake Point, or the Cheaha state parks. Many of these parks preserve variety of species of animals. Tourists flock to these parks for their scenic beauty, tall trees, flowing streams, picturesque rock bluffs, and abundant wildlife. But the camping, fishing, and lodging make these parks all the more interesting for the visitors.

Most of these parks provide lodging with luxurious cottages and sprawling hotel rooms. A review of the brochures can be made in case of a dilemma between parks. These brochures can be found online on the corresponding park sites. Reservations for these rooms or orders for brochures can be done over the nationwide telephone through which early bookings can be made. Camping is another attraction in these parks. Modern campsites can be booked for the number of days needed. Hikes and mountaineering are also available for the tough people. In case of 3 to 4 day trips in the forests, mountaineers usually are advised to carry a Global Positioning System (GPS) with them. It is necessary to remain locked with the network center of the forest throughout the trip.

Alabama parks also offer a variety of other recreation opportunities that are available throughout the year. The most popular activities include camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, water skiing, swimming, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain bike riding, target shooting, and archery.

Fishing is another popular activity in almost all the parks. The fishing enthusiast will find freshwater as well as saltwater fishing at it's finest in Alabama. The lakes, rivers, and streams are home to a variety of catfish, king mackerel, amberjack, cobia, flounder, bluefish, tuna walleye, and rainbow trout to name a few. It is a must to hold a fishing license.

Chris Scruggs Keep Movin On

I really need a remote microphone as the sound is not as good on this video as it could be. It was an amazing show. I hope to see y'all next year at the Tennessee Valley fiddlers Convention hosted by the State University at Athens Alabama.



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UWA vs. VALDOSTA STATE ||| 27 SEPTEMBER 2008 ||| EXCERPTS

[ pre-release version ] I recorded this video because my sister could not attend the third home game of UWA's 2008 Football Season, versus Valdosta State Blazers. The final score was 33-14, Valdosta. Go Tigers!!! University of West Alabama Tigers Website: athletics.uwa.edu [We Love You, LaTawnya!] © 2008 ~ HDJRII, THI\CGG.



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South Alabama's 1st football Game!

The University of South Alabama kicked off it's first football season and the uminute crew was there for all of the action!



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Forbes Touts Alabama's Nick Saban As the Most Powerful Coach in Sports

So who is the most powerful coach in sports today? Nick Saban of Alabama according to Forbes magazine (9-1-08 issue). Forbes wastes no time in anoiting Saban as the best of the best and ahead of the rest when it comes to being the most powerful sports coach in our time.

While God-fearing, rabid fans in Alabama recognize that Saban is not God, they certainly think he is a god in the sense that he is a superhuman being who has power over human fortunes, namely the Crimson Tide.

What is unique about Saban's stature, as Forbes points out, is that Saban's 8-year, $32 million contract gives him complete and absolute control over every aspect of Alabama's football program-recruiting, coaching, business administration and public relations. No other coach of any other sport enjoys such an advantage, if in fact it does turn out to be an advantage. Time will tell.

Until success becomes evident, Saban's contract also has some very special perks, like 25 hours for his private use of a university airplane, two cars and a country club membership, all extras that make his annual compensation package closer to $5 million per year. He can also leave the school at any time without financial penalty, a rarity in big-time college coaching contracts.

His contract remains among the highest after his first year on the job, and his contract is bigger than all but a handful of NFL coaches.

No coach, according to Forbes, can match Saban's combination of money, control and influence, and that includes all coaches in the professional leagues. Suffice to say that Saban, and his agent, James E. Sexton II, know a thing or two about how to negotiate an exceptional professional contract.

Alabama can afford Saban. The Crimson Tide football program generated $52 million in revenue last year (yes, college football is BIG business), and had an estimated $32 million in profit. Yikes, that is major profit. How would you like to run a business that generates $52 million in revenue and has a profit of 61%.

Taxpayers in Alabama can also relax as well since not a cent of Saban's contract is paid by student or taxpayer money, it all comes out of the university's football program budget, which also funds 77% of the athletic department, including nonrevenue producing sports.

It is Saban who has been tabbed to lift the fortunes of Alabama back to the glory years the Crimson Tide experienced under Paul "Bear" Bryant, who won 6 national championships and 13 SEC championships. When Bryant retired in 1982, Alabama's football success took a dramatic drop in national prestige.

So how much of an impact has Saban had after his first year? Well, the team went 7-6 and beat Colorado in the Independence Bowl. Saban's first spring practice game drew 92,000 fans (you read it right). The waiting list for season tickets tripled to 10,000 after Saban's arrival. His recruiting class this year was rated No. 1 nationally by a consensus of tracking services.

Saban is a control freak (Alabama football practices are all but closed, and he personally authorizes all interviews with his players and coaches), but he is also very successful at what he does. He resurrected football programs at Michigan State (from squat to a 9-2 season in 5 years with 4 bowl games) and Louisiana State (a 48-16 record in 5 years, 5 bowl games, 2 SEC titles and a national championship) before arriving at 'Bama.

University of Alabama's president, Robert Witt, is fine with everything going on in its athletic program. There have been 100,000 donors to the university's recent $500 million capital campaign, many of whom are ardent football supporters.

So how will Alabama do this year? Probably very well. With Saban, you either produce on the field or you will be nursing splinters on your backside riding the bench. Nick Saban expects to win, not occasionally, but every bloody time.

That is very hard to do in the SEC, but for $4 million a year you learn to outthink, outwork and out recruit your opponents. Saban has some talent coming, and nothing beats talent when talent shows up to play.

Copyright © 2008 Ed Bagley

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State Treasuries of Alabama, Kentucky, Illinois, New York and Michigan

State treasuries serve as the banks of the state; they also manage the money of the state, and therefore serve a vital role in their overall economic success. Universal among the states of Alabama, Kentucky, Illinois, New York and Michigan is the role of the treasurer and their attitudes on university education. Each department functions to invest state funds in order to maximize profit, thereby increasing their revenue so that the public can be better assisted. Each state has an unclaimed property fund to help lost items reach their owners, and each state has a savings program implemented to assist parents in saving for their children's education. Below is a short description of some of the more interesting programs and information about each state:

Alabama State Treasury

* Prepaid Affordable College Tuition Program(PACT):This investing plan helps families by allowing them to purchase a contract to prepay 135 semester hours of college tuition at any college or university around the country

* The Security for Alabama Funds Enhancement (SAFE): This program involves banks in securing their own funds by requiring them to pledge collateral to the Treasury Department for a collateral pool

Kentucky State Treasury

* The Treasurer position was among the first created by the state constitution in 1792; they are elected every four years and act as the chief elected fiscal officer

* KEES program: This is a lottery program set up to raise money to send graduating high school seniors to college

* Kentucky Teachers' Retirement System: Oversees the pensions and savings of teachers

Illinois State Treasury

* Agriculture and Alternative Agriculture Loan Program: Offered to farmers or agriculture specialists who produce alternative products such as grapes, strawberries, or hydroponically grown food. Also for those who are in the Christmas Tree growing, fish farming or wine-making business

* Bank At School: This program helps elementary school children learn the basics of money management by partnering a local bank with a school to run an in-school bank.

New York State Treasury

* Linked Deposit Program: This program was started to encourage small businesses in the state to invest. Banks offer a 2-3% lower interest rate on loans

* International Fuel Tax Agreement project: this plan simplifies how commercial motor carriers report their fuel use taxes. With this plan they can buy one license that can be used throughout IFTA jurisdictions.

Michigan State Treasury

* Taxable Tobacco Settlement Asset-Backed Bonds: the proceeds from the sale of these bonds is used to buy tobacco receipts and proceeds are deposited in the 21st Century Jobs Trust Fund to create more high-tech jobs.

* Michigan Municipal Bond Authority (MMBA) : Established in 1985 to give schools and other areas of government a different financing source to use for certain projects