Aging veterans see memorials to their service
Tuscaloosa News – May 11
Jackie Luksic of Dayton, Ohio, took a detour to see the World War II Memorial as she traveled through Washington on Wednesday. She traveled to see the monument to the generation that includes her father and uncles who fought in the war … University of Alabama junior Jordan Forrest has been part of student efforts that helped raise $20,000 for the flights over the last three years. The Honor Flights cost about $80,000, Turner said. Forrest, the UA Student Government vice president of financial affairs, got involved with Honor Flights as a high school student in Missouri. On her first trip with the veterans, she helped a veteran find a name on the Wall of Vietnam Veterans Memorial, which lists the U.S. military members killed in the Vietnam War.
The Great Analytics Talent Shortage: Fact or Fiction
All Analytics – May 11
I have been hearing about the great talent shortage for years now, and I’ve even been guilty of adding to the hype. With so many industries trying to adopt all things Big Data — new sources of data, more volumes of data, new types of data, etc. — How are we supposed to keep up with all things BIG? … In full disclosure, since I am currently residing in Alabama I did spend more time with University of Alabama: Culverhouse College of Commerce. These students and graduates wanted a challenge, they were very adept at turning the conversation back around. Instead of me asking questions around their perception of success, they were asking me about what I see on the analytics horizon, what new big things are coming soon. How does decision science play a role in senior management strategic planning? Just a side note, I was told that the vast majority of graduates from all of these universities are hired before they graduate: Supply and Demand.
Businesses and farm could benefit from energy grants
WTVA (Tupelo, Miss.) – May 11
The U. S. Department of Agriculture is working to lower the energy use of small businesses and farm operations in rural areas. Officials say they awarded 26 grants to help for the project that includes the development of renewable energy systems, energy conservation, and reduction of the carbon footprint. They say the moves could lower overhead costs and create jobs. The University of Alabama is receiving $100,000 to conduct energy audits and provide assistance with renewable energy development. The funding comes from the Rural Energy For America Program.
Tattoos, piercings, and the search for better health
ABC 27 (Harrisburg, Pa.) – May 11
Instead of seeing a doctor, thousands of people are turning to their local tattoo shop for a potential solution to migraine pain and a way to boost their immune system. A new study published in the American Journal of Human Biology by researchers at the University of Alabama finds receiving multiple tattoos can actually strengthen your immunological responses, potentially making it easier to fight off common infections.
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WDTN-NBC 2 (Dayton, Ohio) – May 11
Alabama Chief Justice Suspended for Blocking Gay Marriage
The Junior College Newspaper – May 11
Moore is being represented by Mathew Staver of the Liberty Counsel, who represented Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis when she fought issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples. Moore will be suspended with pay until the court hears and rules on the charges. “Pursuant to … the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Alabama probate judges are not subject to those orders because the probate judges are not parties or associated with any party in those cases”. In a phone interview with Al.com, Moore said he was going to fight the LGBT agenda. “I never recall when the top leaders of all three branches of government were simultaneously accused of improper behavior”, Bill Stewart, a retired political scientist from the University of Alabama, said Saturday.
Book on Jewish, Holocaust History Memorializes Saul Friedman
Business Journal Daily – May 12
“The Highest Form of Wisdom,” a book of scholarship by internationally known academicians in the fields of Jewish and Holocaust history, has been published in memory of Saul S. Friedman, who served as professor of Jewish history at Youngstown State University and was one of the architects of Holocaust and genocide education in the United States. Twelve scholars from across the globe participated in the project and cover the expanse of Jewish history from ancient to modern, with a particular emphasis on the Holocaust. Among the contributors are Robert D. Miller of Catholic University of America, Rafael Frankel of Haifa University, Rafael Medoff of The David Wyman Institute for Holocaust Studies, Helene Sinnreich of YSU, Steven Jacobs of the University of Alabama and Gershon Greenberg of American University.
Gov. Bentley signs suicide prevention act into law
WPMI-NBC (Mobile) – May 11
Governor Bentley has signed a suicide flat act to help improve the state’s training and prevention. Suicide is the third leading cause of death in Alabama for ages 10 to 24. University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban helped spearhead the legislation and has been credited with helping catapult the bill into law. Alabama is the 18th state to require the training for educators.