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Pathways to Greatness -- Honoring our Past, Creating Our Future - is a fitting description for the University of the Virgin Islands new strategic plan that spans the period 2012 to 2017. The plan is developed on the premise that the University is on a journey to greatness -- and that it remains comm

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Some of us find it easy to stay on track towards success. Some of us can be distracted by all of the different aspects life throws our way. After reading an encouraging blog on BlackAuthorsConnect

Now is the time to rewrite the script of your life! Who do you want to be in 2013? I want to be a Woman who never gives up on a project despite the challenges that try to deter me. You always kn

Resolving to lose weight in the new year should be a one-off activity. With realistic assumptions and proper planning, 2013 should be the last year you find yourself resolving to lose weight. Check ou

The best way to achieve your dream is by making a commitment to start today. Determine that you will not let another year go by where you have not pushed the limits to achieve your dream. Even if yo

The word miracle is one of the most overused words that falls from the mouths of religious leaders and laypersons. Any occurrence that cannot be easily explained or that average people or institutions are not able to replicate is given this celestial label. The academy has its doubt as to whether th

Resistance training with low weights and a high number of repetitions is a great way to build muscle definition while improving your overall muscular endurance. Training this way is also great for boo

The leg press machine is a very diverse piece of equipment that allows you to perform a variety of exercises for your legs. When discussing leg exercises, I’m really referring to the lower body as a w

The Blood Orange is one of the most deliciously sweet fruits and it is extremely nutrient dense. Besides being a good source of potassium, folic acid and dietary fiber, this fruit is an excellent sour

Chicago Sun Times By Eryn Brown The risks of bad behaviors are well known but not necessarily well understood. Most people are aware that binging on red meat, cigarettes and whiskey on a regular b

When consuming alcohol during the holidays choose light beer, low-proof wines or low-calorie mixed drinks (i.e. rum/vodka with soda). There are about 70 calories in 1 ounce of hard liquor (i.e. vodka,

This goes out to you and you and you. Thank you for your support, inspiration, encouragement, and business. There is nothing better one can offer another than knowledge and help. I have received help

Just recently, I reviewed a syndicated article online suggesting that more than 50 minutes of endurance exercise “may lead to early death” due to overexertion of the heart. While I understand that wri

(Reuters Health) - Patients admitted to the hospital on days when the emergency department is overcrowded are slightly more likely to die than patients admitted on other days, according to a new study

(Reuters Health) - Older adults' eyesight may suffer irreversibly if they don't have vision insurance, suggests a new study that argues eye health should be a mandatory part of regular health insuranc

In addition to regular exercise, you can greatly improve your cholesterol by developing good eating habits. In fact, elevated LDL (“bad”) cholesterol (and triglycerides) is directly related to what yo

Why We Need More African Women Leaders Melinda Gates December 14, 2012 Earlier this year, I was deeply moved by Theo Sowa’s TEDxChange talk calling for more African women leaders. She argued that while the issues that African women face are an explicit part of the global conversation, the Afric

If you have been diagnosed with high cholesterol and are not sure what to do next, I have good news for you. Lowering your cholesterol to a healthy level is much easier than you might think. Althou

The treadmill offers an excellent cardiovascular workout but it also has various settings and exercise modes that allow you to tone and tighten your lower body, especially your butt. Two of the most u

For those of you who want to give a gift that will be appreciated how about some interesting reading material! I just went to the bookstore on the hunt to find a Michael Jackson autobiography but I c

For successful weight loss and long-term weight management, it is important that you always take control over your daily eating and physical activity habits. Remember, to lose weight you must create d

Not satisfied with the appearance of your back? Do you have excess ‘flab’ lingering around your lower back and sides that you simply can’t get rid of? What about your upper back? Are you tired of turn

Student Innovation Award Save Scholarship/Grant TechColumbus offers the Student Innovation Awards to nurture and encourage future generations of technology entrepreneurs. The top two winners receiv

QUESTION #2: Which HBCU was the first to have a fully implemented doctoral program in the field of nursing? _______________________________________________________________________________ HOW