1.) Legislative Wrap Up Tuesday, April 2nd Register Here
We'll give you a review of what happened during the 2019 legislative session that impacted arts, humanities, and cultural businesses. Speakers include Jill Love of Utah Department of Heritage and Arts, the division directors of State History, State Library, Arts & Museums, as well as Multicultural and Indian Affairs. Joining them are Spencer Stokes, UCA lobbyist, and Crystal Young-Otterstrom, UCA ED.
2.) $2 Million Grants Budget Increase (ONE TIME!)
We will explain more about why this was a one time provision at our Legislative Wrap Up (free for members).
3.) NowPlayingUtah.com proof for ZAP and UA&M Grants
Please visit the NowPlayintUtah.com FAQ page for instructions on how to prove you are posted on NPU for your ZAP and UA&M Grants.
4.) Legislative Accomplishments
We passed:
HB128: Consumer Ticket Protection Modifications
HB 224: Department of Heritage and Arts Amendments
SB 69: Consumer Ticket Protection Amendments
SB 73: Amendments to Martha Hughes Cannon Oversight Committee
SB 87: Procurement of Design Professionals Amendments
SB 101: Navajo Code Talker Recognition
SCR 02: Concurrent Resolution Recognizing Navajo Code Talkers
SB81 Sub 1Native Americans Remains Amendments
HB 397: Railroad Workers Day Designation
We also received a ton of funding for the Cultural Sector: learn all the details at our legislative wrap-up !
Thank you for a great advocacy season!
Crystal Young-Otterstrom
Executive Director
Utah Cultural Alliance // Utah Cultural Advocacy Alliance
cyo@utculture.org
801.652.0737
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Capitol Theatre Open House, March 26, 2019
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Legislative Wrap-Up May 2nd 1:00 P.M.
Park City Summit County Arts Council April 5th 9am-Noon
Register Now for the Mountain West Arts Conference
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4 Tips For Creating Less Chaotic,
More Productive Mornings
When the alarm rings each morning, do you arise quickly, eager to take on whatever the day brings?
Or do you drowsily reach for the snooze button?
Your answer could be crucial because the mindset you start the day with can play a significant role in whether the rest of your day is filled with successes or setbacks.
“Every time the sun rises, so do new opportunities to grow, develop and improve,” says Dr. Rob Carter III, co-author with his wife, Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter, of The Morning Mind: Use Your Brain to Master Your Day and Supercharge Your Life (www.themorningmind.com).
But to make the most of those opportunities, you may need to adjust your morning routine to better prepare your mind and body for what’s to come.
“Your morning routine can be as little as 15 to 20 minutes if you like,” Carter says, “but the idea is to have time dedicated to you and habits that support you.”
Carter offers these suggestions for starting the day right:
Plan your day the night before. A peaceful morning can quickly turn chaotic if you don’t have things carefully planned out. “It’s not unusual for people to be heading out the door and discover they can’t find their car keys,” Carter says. A lot of morning stress can be relieved by planning your day the night before, he says, such as deciding what clothes to wear, making sure your phone is charged, and writing the next day’s to-do list.
Make time for yourself. If you’re married with kids, this can be a challenge. But Carter says everyone needs time for reflection, which is unlikely to happen unless you make it a priority. Set aside time to meditate, pray, do yoga or even do nothing for 10 minutes. “Spending time by yourself,” he says, “allows you to reflect on life’s happenings and can increase productivity and focus, and make you appreciate time with others more.”
Minimize noise and distractions. Many people start the day by turning on the TV, the radio or other devices. Avoid that urge, Carter says. Instead, devote your energy to getting yourself mentally focused for the day. “You definitely want to avoid watching the news if at all possible,” he says, “because the often-stressful images you’ll see aren’t conducive to a peaceful morning.”
Create a morning-exercise routine. Exercising gives you a sense of achievement to start the day with, provides you with more energy for the rest of the day, improves your mood, and makes you feel in control of your life. “Research shows that people who exercise in the morning are more consistent with their routine than those who try to fit exercise into their schedule later in the day,” Carter says.
“The most important thing about a morning routine is that you create one that you enjoy so much you will stick to it,” Carter says. “If you begin to realize that any aspects are not making you feel good, then get rid of them and replace them with something better.”
About Dr. Rob Carter III and Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter
Dr. Rob Carter III and Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter are co-authors of The Morning Mind: Use Your Brain to Master Your Day and Supercharge Your Life (www.themorningmind.com). Rob Carter is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army, an expert in human performance and physiology, and has academic appointments in emergency medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, in public health and health sciences at Los Angeles Pacific University, and in nutrition at the University of Maryland, University College. Kirti Carter was born in Pune, India, and received her medical education in India, where she practiced as an intensive-care physician before moving to Texas to complete postgraduate training in public health. She is a Fellow of the American Institute of Stress (FAIS), has more than 18 years of experience in meditation and breathing techniques, and has been facilitating wellness seminars for the past decade
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DES MOINES, IOWA (March 25, 2019) – The National Speech & Debate Association is proud to recognize Ogden Bonneville High School for earning charter membership in the organization!
Over the past three years, Ogden Bonneville High School has earned more than 50 degrees for outstanding participation in speech and debate activities. Degrees are earned by students and coaches through speech and debate competition, community service, and leadership activities.
Charter school membership is the highest school honor you can achieve as a part of the National Speech & Association.
“Participation in speech and debate changes lives,” said J. Scott Wunn, Executive Director of the National Speech & Debate Association. “We are extremely proud of our charter schools, coaches, and students for their hard work and dedication to this transformative activity.”
From building confidence, improving communication, and increasing critical thinking skills, to better preparing students for college, speech and debate activities provide life skills vital to a young person’s success in the future. Schools that provide speech and debate programs report increased attendance, higher test scores, rise in college acceptance, and reduced drop-out rates. Charter schools reflect a sustained commitment to these values.
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About the National Speech & Debate Association
The National Speech & Debate Association is the largest interscholastic speech and debate organization serving middle school, high school, and collegiate students in the United States. The Association provides competitive speech and debate activities, high-quality resources, comprehensive training, scholarship opportunities, and advanced recognition to more than 150,000 students and coaches every year. For 90 years, the National Speech & Debate Association has empowered more than 1.5 million members to become engaged citizens, skilled professionals, and honorable leaders in our society. For more information, visit www.speechanddebate.org.
