Center For Pacific Studies The Center For Pacific studies was created within San Diego state of theNorthern Marianas islands, Republic of Palau, and the state of Hawaii. http://interwork.sdsu.edu/cps/
Extractions: Center of Pacific Studies The Center For Pacific Studies was created within San Diego State University's Interwork Institute to respond with unique and innovative solutions to diversity related issues in the Pacific Rim. The Center for Pacific Studies has evolved out of the work initiated through the Rehabilitation Research and Training Center of the Pacific (RRTCP) and other education and training projects in the Pacific region. The Center continues to build upon the foundation of the RRTCP bringing together expertise and collaborative partnerships to address the comprehensive needs of Pacific Islanders. Currently the Center provides research, training, and technical assistance services in partnership with institutions of higher education, government agencies, and non-profit organizations in the following Pacific Island jurisdictions: American Samoa, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Territory of Guam, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands, Republic of Palau, and the State of Hawaii. The Center is located within San Diego State University's Interwork Institute. The Institute provides an array of programs and services related to the diverse needs of Pacific Islanders. The Center is committed to further developing and implementing practical research, program development, training, and technical assistance services that are relevant and inclusive of Pacific Islanders.
States Funded - Technical Assistance Project States Funded Under the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 (PL 105394). Commonwealth of the northern mariana islands Assistive Technology Project (1994) http://www.resna.org/taproject/at/statecontacts.html
January 4, 2005 To direct the Secretary of Education to conduct a study of the rate at which who reside in American Samoa, the northern mariana islands, and Guam drop. http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c109:H.R.158.IH:
Bill Summary Status the Virgin islands, Guam, the northern mariana islands, and American Samoa HR158 To direct the Secretary of Education to conduct a study of the http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/?&Db=d109&querybd=@FIELD(FLD001 @4(Norther
Language School Explorer - Information About Northern_Mariana_Islands The Commonwealth of the northern mariana islands (CNMI) is a commonwealth a United States territory, the northern mariana islands make up the Island Arc http://language.school-explorer.com/info/Northern_Mariana_Islands
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Extractions: Volume 9 Number 2 (August 1998) Politically, Hawai`i is part of the United States. Ecologically, it has much more in common with other Pacific Island nation states than it does with the North American continent. In this issue, Environment Hawai`i looks at some of the environmental problems encountered elsewhere in parts of the Pacific basin under the U.S. flag. Navy Blasts Reef In Mariana Islands Two years ago, the U.S. Navy blasted the famous Coral Gardens of Rota an action that, according to a study done for the government of the Commonwealth of Northern Marianas, has resulted in $82 million worth of damage to the reef. The Navy's action has been the subject of several studies, but little publicity outside of the CNMI. One of the most exhaustive studies was prepared by David Worthington, a biologist now with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Honolulu, and Mark Michael, operator of Dive Rota. In their study, submitted in September 1996 to the CNMI's Emergency Management Office, Worthington and Michael call into question the need for the action as well as the process of decision-making that led up to it. Rota, an island about halfway between Tinian and Guam, was occupied by Japanese forces during World War II. Since then, unexploded ordnance has been known to exist in the waters off Rota and other islands in the Mariana archipelago. As Worthington and Michael write, "the presence of ordnance at this site [the Coral Gardens] was not a secret to anyone," with articles and pamphlets having publicized this. Yet, apparently acting on the complaint of a Japanese tourist who raised concerns after seeing what appeared to be UXO near the wreck of a Japanese submarine chaser in the Coral Gardens area, of the southeastern coast of Sasanhaya Bay, the CNMI Emergency Management Office asked the Explosive Ordnance Detachment of the U.S. Navy for its recommendations.
IFAP - Student Financial Aid Handbooks undergraduate study. Scholarship funds cannot be used to attend foreign school northern mariana islands, American Samoa, the Federated States of http://ifap.ed.gov/sfahandbooks/doc0186_bodyoftext.htm
Northern Mariana Islands Council For The Humanities about the history surrounding the creation of the Commonwealth of the NorthernMariana islands, its unique political status with the United States, http://net.saipan.com/cftemplates/humanities/index.cfm?pageID=11
Celebrate Asian-Pacific Heritage Month - 2001 After the war, the United States administered much of Micronesia under UnitedNations auspices. The islands Commonwealth of the northern mariana islands http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/feature/asia/2001/
Extractions: Collage images courtesy of NPS, Guam and Palau Historic Preservation Offices, and Library of Congress [AEP-MIN73]. Photograph in bottom right corner of collage courtesy of Tim Rock/Double Blue Images, timrock@doubleblue.com The National Register of Historic Places is pleased to promote awareness of and appreciation for the historical contributions of Asian and Pacific peoples in the United States and its associated territories. From the early 1800s to the late 20th century, Asian and Pacific peoples have played a vital role in the development of the United States and made lasting contributions in all elements of American society. The month of May is recognized as National Asian-Pacific Heritage Month. This year, as part of the celebration, we are showcasing the rich heritage of Micronesia by highlighting the islands' listed historic places. Join the National Register in commemorating just a few of the places where Asian and Pacific people have made history. Today, Guam remains a territory of the United States. In the 1970s, citizens of the old Trust Territory organized four new governments: the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the RMI, and the Republic of Palau. Of these, the Marianas are an American Commonwealth and the other three are in a unique relationship with the United States known as "Free Association."
Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month - 2005 Saipan, northern mariana islands. Kam Wah Chung Company Building Hawaii StateHistoric Preservation Division works to preserve and sustain reminders of http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/feature/asia/
Extractions: The National Register of Historic Places is pleased to promote awareness of and appreciation for the historical contributions of Asian and Pacific peoples in the United States and its associated territories. From the early 1800s to the 21th century, Asian and Pacific peoples have played a vital role in the development of the United States and made lasting contributions in all elements of American society. The month of May is recognized as Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month and this site showcases historic properties listed in the National Register and National Park units highlighting important aspects of the Asian and Pacific experience in America. Join the National Register in commemorating just a few of the places where Asian and Pacific people have made history. Kam Wah Chung Company Building , one of the National Register listed properties featured for Asian-Pacific Heritage Month
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the northern mariana islands. Students who plan to study medicine are eligible for a Goldwater Scholarship http://www.bu.edu/bufellow/undergraduate/goldwater.htm
Extractions: Bibliography ... Fellowships and Scholarships Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships Overview The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program was authorized by the United States Congress in 1986 to honor Senator Barry M. Goldwater, who has served his country for 56 years as a soldier and statesman, including 30 years of service in the United States Senate. The creation of this program pays tribute to the leadership, courage, and vision of Senator Goldwater and establishes in his name an endowed recognition program to foster and encourage excellence in science and mathematics. The purpose of the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation, as stated in the enabling legislation, is to alleviate a critical current and future shortage of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers. A more realistic statement of the purpose, in today's terms, is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified individuals to those fields of academic study and research. The Foundation is supported by the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Fund, which has been established in the Treasury of the United States. Funding for awards and administrative expenses derives from interest on the Trust Fund, invested in U.S. securities.
Extractions: Navigation Advanced Search Law Pro Links LLRX Buzz LLRX Top 10 Meta Links Newstand Resource Centers - Document Delivery - Comparative and Foreign Law - International Law - Intranets/Knowledge Management - Marketing - Search Engines Update to Law of the Pacific Islands: A Guide to Web Based Resources By Ruth Bird Ruth Bird is Firm Legal Information Manager at the law firm Phillips Fox . Prior to joining this firm, she was Editor's note: This article is an update to the Law of the Pacific Islands: A Guide to Web Based Resources , (published October 16, 2000). There are additions, changes for some Web site addresses, as well as some deletions. These additions and changes are indicated by (yellow background color) for easy identification. Published April 15, 2002 Table of Contents I. Introduction to the Guide This Resource guide deals with internet sites providing Caselaw, Legislation and Government home pages for the Pacific Island region. There are also links to several relevant journals, and to academic sites providing dedicated Pacific Law web pages, or Centres dealing with Pacific Law. There are several issues to be aware of when using the internet to locate Pacific law sites.
Going Places, MSPP Newsletter northern marianaS. Reed Perkins will be working with the Coastal division ofthe Commonwealth of the northern mariana islands government helping to http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~mspp/news_spring96/taswork.html
Extractions: TAs at Work in Micronesia and the South Pacific John Pettit is a member of the energy conservation team working with the Kosrae Utilities Authority. John is a graduate student in architecture, and is currently employed by the Energy Studies in Buildings Laboratory at the UO. He is interested in discovering ways to more efficiently use the island's limited energy generation capabilities, especially in local building design. Technical Assistant Jason Moore will facilitate a follow-up computer training program with the staff of the Kosrae Department of Transportation. Jason is looking forward to sharing with his Micronesian co-workers the skills he acquired as a technical computer support staff person for a computer company in Eugene. Sam Karp , a recent graduate of the Energy Management Program at Lane Community College, will be part of a team helping Kosrae Utilities Authority with their energy conservation program. His responsibilities will include teaching counterparts how to conduct energy audits and propose efficiency improve ment measures. Sam is interested in renewable energy technology that pro motes a sustainable global environment. In September, after receiving his UO master's degree in public affairs with an emphasis in natural resources and environmental management
Bates College | List Of Scholarships And Fellowships the northern mariana islands, in their Junior year of undergraduate study, Applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. http://www.bates.edu/x60184.xml
Extractions: About Bates Academics Admissions Student Life ... Scholarships and Fellowships List of Scholarships and Fellowships List of Scholarships and Fellowships Fellowships Guideline Book 2005-2006 Graduate Fellowships Calendar Recent Fellowship Recipients Scholarships and Fellowships Ford Foundation Fellowships Provides up to three years of support comprised of an annual stipend of $17,000 and an institutional award of $5,000 for tuition and fees. The program is designed for individuals engaged in graduate study leading to a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) degree in the following fields: anthropology, archaeology, art history, astronomy, chemistry, communications, computer science, earth sciences, economics, engineering, ethnomusicology, geography, history, international relations, language, life sciences, linguistics, literature, mathematics, performance study, philosophy, physics, political science, psychology, religion, sociology and urban planning. Open to U.S. citizens and nationals committed to a career in teaching or research at the college or university level. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Tenable at any accredited nonprofit U.S. educational institution of higher learning. Approximately 60 awards are given annually. James Madison Fellowships Provides up to $24,000 for graduate study in the fields of American history, American government or social studies at the secondary school level (grades 7-12). Available to U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals, it is viable at any accredited U.S. university that offers qualifying Master of Arts (MA) , Master of Arts in Teach (MAT) or Master of Education (MEd) degrees. Approximately 55 awards are given annually.
Foreign Governments/Asia And The Pacific northern mariana (US Territory). Government of the Commonwealth of the northernmariana islands Singapore Website. Study of the country. Solomon islands http://www.lib.umich.edu/govdocs/forasia.html
Extractions: U.S. Territories are listed on this web page for geographic purposes only. Afghanistan Online Afghanistan Website "Relief Web" Embassy to the United States Afghan News Network American Samoa (U.S. Territory) American Samoa Bar Association Legal resource that includes constitution, legal code, and law reports
OIA: Chapter 3 Chapter 3 COMMONWEALTH OF THE northern mariana islands a Commonwealth ofthe northern mariana islands in Political Union with the United States . http://www.doi.gov/oia/StateIsland/chapter3.html
Extractions: STATE OF THE ISLANDS 3.1 The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) is a self-governing Commonwealth of the United States. The people of the CNMI chose to join the United States in a 1975 act of self-determination and were granted U.S. citizenship in 1986. Pursuant to a locally-adopted constitution, they elect a Governor, bi-cameral legislature, and Washington Representative. The islands' status is based on the "Covenant to Establish a Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in Political Union with the United States". The agreement was negotiated by representatives of the United States and the Northern Mariana Islands and signed on February 15, 1975. The Covenant was subsequently signed by the President on March 15, 1976, and approved by the Congress of the United States by joint resolution on March 24, 1976 (Public Law 94-241; 90 Stat. 263). The first constitutional government of the CNMI took office in January 1978. The Covenant was fully implemented on November 3, 1986, pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 5564, which terminated the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands as it applied to the CNMI. Previous to its Commonwealth status, the CNMI was a member of the Trust Territory, which was created in 1947 by the United Nations. The United States was designated the administering authority of the Trust Territory under the terms of a trusteeship agreement.
Extractions: Procedures Application Schedule The information below was taken from the Bulletin of Information of the Truman Foundation. Additional information is available on the Truman Web Site (see below). Deadlines pertinent to the Duke phase of the scholarship competition are noted below CAMPUS INFORMATION MEETING Call OUSF, 660-3070, for location and details GENERAL GUIDELINES: "The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation the federal memorial to our thirty-third president awards merit-based $30,000 scholarships to college students who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service, and wish to attend graduate or professional school to help prepare for their careers. Truman Scholars participate in leadership development programs and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government. In 2006, the Foundation expects to award 75-80 Truman Scholarships on the basis of merit to junior-level students at four-year colleges and universities who: The foundation anticipates selecting up to three scholars who are residents of Puerto Rico and the Islands with senior-level academic standing."
Extractions: PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM Information Service): January 23, 1997 - Mr. Allen Stayman, Director of the Office of Insular Affairs at the U.S. Department of the Interior, today requested the views of island Governors and Presidents of the freely associated states (FAS) on regulations relating to habitual residence of FAS citizens in United States territories. "I am hopeful that any regulations will acknowledge the contributions that FAS citizens make to the economies of Guam and Northern Marianas, and that they are tailored to continuing employment," Stayman said. On several occasions, Marshall Islands Ambassador Banny de Brum and FSM Ambassador Jesse Marehalau have requested and met with Director Stayman to press the concerns of their citizens for jobs in Guam and the CNMI. "I want to thank the ambassadors for their commitment, interest, and concern for the habitual residence issue, and their cooperation and support for the survey of FAS migrants to Guam, the CNMI and Hawaii," Stayman said. The compacts of free association between the United States and the FAS (Federated States of Micronesia, Palau and the Marshalls) allow FAS citizens to enter the United States and its territories for work, residence, and education. This compact right of residence, however, may be limited when it comes to the United States insular areas, including Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI).
Pithecellobium Dulce (PIER Species Info) Commonwealth of the northern mariana islands, Rota, Fosberg et al., 1979 Invasive plant species in Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia. http://www.hear.org/pier/species/pithecellobium_dulce.htm
Extractions: (Roxb.) Benth., Fabaceae Click on an image for links to BIGGER PICTURES PIER environmental invasive? yes Present on Pacific Islands? yes Threat only at high elevations? no Other Latin names: Mimosa dulcis Roxb. Common name(s): English: Madras thorn, Manila tamarind, sweet inga French: Other: Habit: tree Description: "Small to medium tree , the trunk spiny; leaves bipinnate, each pinna with a single pair of leaflets; stipules spinose; leaflets asymmetric, ovate-oblong, mostly a little over 2 cm long or up to 4 cm long, longer than the petiole; flowers greenish-white, fragrant, sessile in dense heads; calyx grayish-puberulent; stigma minute, capitate; pod irregularly swollen, twisted strongly, up to 12 cm long but seemingly shorter because of coiling, usually 6-8-seeded; pod with an inner sweetish white edible pulp (the funicules); seeds black" (Stone, 1970). Habitat/ecology: This thorny, deciduous tree grows up to 10 m tall, forming impenetrable thickets. It is relatively resistant to fire and resprouts rapidly by basal or aerial shoots. It is found from sea level to 300 m elevation in dryer habitats (C.W. Smith, 1985)In Hawai'i, "cultivated, often as a street tree, now sparingly naturalized in dry to mesic, disturbed areas, 3-50 m" (Wagner et al.
Extractions: To provide certain requirements for labeling textile fiber products and for duty-free and quota-free treatment of products of, and to implement minimum wage and immigration requirements in, the Northern Mariana Islands, and for other purposes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A BILL To provide certain requirements for labeling textile fiber products and for duty-free and quota-free treatment of products of, and to implement minimum wage and immigration requirements in, the Northern Mariana Islands, and for other purposes. SEC. 2. FINDINGS.
