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13-year-old cracks IIT exam, again
A 13-year-old child prodigy from Bihar’s Bhojpur district, who had created history by becoming the youngest student to clear
the IIT-JEEentrance exam last year, had cracked the prestigious examination again with an improved ranking this year. Satyam Kumar, whose father is a farmer, secured an all India rank of 679. He had got 8,137th rank last year and took the exam again to improve his ranking. The boy had broken the
record of Delhi’s Sahal Kaushik last year. Kaushik had cracked the IIT-JEE exam when he was 14.
Born on July 20, 1999, Satyam had shown exceptional talent since childhood. He left Patna’s Central Public School to move to Kota in Rajasthan to join an IIT coaching institute.
The institute’s director, R K Verma, took his test and found his so talented that he
helpedfinance his studies for one
of the toughest examinations in the cuntry.
Satyam, who passed his Class X examination from a Kota school, said he wants to be a scientist to contribute to aeronautical and aerospace engineering.
At a function organized to felicitate him, Satyam told students to solve difficult problems of mathematics and physics playfully through duplet method.
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This provides information about US Student Visa – F1 Visa. For a prospective non-immigrant student to study in SEVIS Certified school would have to obtain F or M Visa (non-academic courses). In order to apply for F1 Visa, student should have received Form I-20 from SEVP certified schools in USA. After receiving I-20, student have to attend Visa interview at US Consulate.
F - 1 V i s a I n t e r v i e w
Q u e s t i o n s a n d Ti ps
Getting U.S. Student Visa (F-1) will get you one step closer to attending college/university in United States. Every student have to go through the U.S. Visa interview process. F1 Visa interview tips in this article will help you understand the what Visa Officer (VO) expect from prospective students. Based on that you can prepare for the interview.
US F1 Visa Interview Basics
• How you present yourself
during the interview
• Way you answer the
questions.
In this article I’m going to explain in detail about US visa interview process. Key to get visa stamping is to understand the process
and prepare according to the process. Can you expect to get high marks in the exam
without preparation? Same case applies to visa interview.
U.S. F1 Visa
Interview
Process
Visa interview officers are well trained to identify good from bad students. If you are well prepared with answers for F1 Visa Interview Questions, then
you can get through the interview with ease. VO are trained to find
• Who you are?
• Do you have academic
capability to complete the studies in U.S.
• Do you have enough
financial resources to cover the cost of education in U.S. You could have done mistakes in documents, or have fake documents related to finance, degree certificates, property documents, … VO job is to make a decision about the you in few minutes.
You might have all the right credentials, but F1 Visa could be denied and someone with fake documents might get F1 Visa stamping. It all depends on tat few minutes on how you present yourself. Now, lets assume you are in the queue
waiting to be called for the interview.
Inside Visa
Interview
• When you walk to the
interview window, have a big smile and wish
them. You could say Hi,
Hello, Good Morning, Good Evening.
• Eye Contact is
MUST. From the moment
you walk-in towards the window, look deep into their eyes and smile and wish them “Hello”.
• If you don’t make good
eye contact, then you are reducing your chances to get F1 Visa. Now, you made good eye contact, then its about how to present your answers.
• Next big thing –
Don’t Lie for the
questions asked.
• If you lie and if they
identify that you are lying are gave contradicting answers, then your entry
into U.S.A is will be tough.
• Some have
mastered the art lying. If you belong to that category, don’t mess it up (again that’s not recommend)
• If you are not sure
and not comfortable to make up an answer, then DON’T LIE
• Now, you will be
convinced and made a decision, not to lie. Then VO asks this question
“What’s your plan after Graduation?” Majority of student will say answers like this..
+ “My field is growing in India, I will good job opportunities, when I come back”
+ “I will work for 1 year in OPT period, gain the experience and come back”
• Do you really think answers like I will return back to India will suffice them? They know how many student go to U.S. every year, how many return back.
• VO know, why would you have to spend $40,000 for 2 years and come back to India get Rs40,000 per month. They know for sure students returning back to home country is very less. It will be very few percentage of students return.
• So, for such question speak the trust “After Graduation, I will party hard, and then will look to spend my OPT period working for US company” that’s simple and straight forward answer. Other way is to say, I plan to work for few years, get U.S. corporate life experience and then plan to come back.
• I know the above answer is much different from what you have on your list. But, the above answer should work.
• Next, for the question related to finance documents, make sure you know the source of each funds in the bank statement. VO will ask about transactions, only if they feel something might be wrong in the finance documents.
In general, it will be like + Who is your sponsor? + What does sponsor do? + How much is his/her income?
Why Study In Canada
Canadians place great importance on learning, and have developed a first-rate education system with high standards. The country spends more on education (as a percentage of GDP) compared to the OECD average, and is the second highest among G-8 countries.
Canada Study & Living
Study in Canada
Understanding the education system Academic Calendar
Application Procedure Main exams
Documents required Fee & Expenses Financial Assistance Visa Information
A Safe Place To Study
Canada has the lowest crime and violence rates in the region making it a safe place for international students to study and live. Unlike its US neighbours to the south, firearms are strictly controlled and generally are not permitted.
Best Places in the World to Live
Canada has ranked as one of the top ten places to live in the world since 1994 according to the United Nations (UN) and the Economist Intelligence Unit. In the UN survey Canada earned particularly high marks for its access to education, high life expectancy (due to universal health care system); and low crime and violence rates. In addition, Canada’s largest cities — Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal — have been recognized as world class cities in which to live and work, for their cleanliness and safety and for their cultural activities and attractive lifestyles.
Low cost of Studying
Canada offers the lowest tuition rates for foreign students compared to the U.K., Australia, New Zealand and the US. Rates at U.S. public universities were almost 1/3 higher than fees for Bachelor‘s degrees in Canada, while U.S. private university fees were more than double.
The average cost for a foreign student for one school year (8 months) in an undergraduate program is C$11,903.
High Tech Destination
Canada provides a stimulating environment to do business and to learn due to the contributions of many talented scientists, researchers and entrepreneurs. The country is an international leader in computer and information technologies and has a reputation for excellence in such sectors as telecommunications, transportation and engineering; and specifically, aerospace, urban transport, microelectronics, medical devices, advanced software, hydroelectric and nuclear power, lasers and opto-electronics, biotechnology, food and beverage processing, geomatics; and ocean and environmental industries.
Understanding the education system
School Education Private Schools
Private schools exist in every province and provide an attractive alternative for families seeking an overseas education for their children. All private schools must be registered with the Ministry of Education in their province or territory, and must meet the curriculum and other standards set by their respective ministries. Families can choose schools that are boys-only, girls-only or co-educational. Some private schools offer full boarding programs, others are day schools, and many offer both. Many private schools adhere to a particular religious faith, emphasize particular moral teachings and apply rigorous academic standards.
Public Schools
Many Canadian public schools are now accepting international students into their programs. Publicly-funded schools are managed at the local level by elected school boards. Almost all public schools are co-educational and offer day programs only. Many school boards offer secular or non-religious education while others have religious affiliations. However, this varies from province to province. Policies on accepting international students and the fees charged vary from district to district.
Career Colleges
Career College are privately owned institutions that offer diploma and certificate training programs with the main objective of preparing students for the job market after a short period of instruction.
Colleges and Technical Institutions
Colleges and Technical Institutions are popular education choices in Canada. They offer professional programs of 1 to 3 years (often including a work term) that are highly applicable in the job market.
University Colleges
University Colleges combine Canadian university and college traditions, with a strong base of applied and academic programs offered in campus environments.A university college offers university degrees as well as college diploma and certificate programs. Students can expect to find a wide range of program choices at university colleges.
As a component of the Canadian university system, university colleges offer students a choice of either academically-oriented university degree programs or the more practically-oriented college diplomas and certificates. As part of the Canadian college system, university colleges are distinguished by their strong student support services, small classes and strong campus environments. They also may offer combined degree/diploma programs and university transfer programs.
Universities
Universities are internationally known for the quality of teaching and research. Degrees from Canadian universities are considered to be equivalent to those from American and other Commonwealth universities. Canadian universities are largely publicly funded; as a result they are of a consistently high quality, regardless of location or area of study. As well, they all retain a high degree of academic autonomy.
They offer a broad range of courses and a full range of degrees from undergraduate to doctorates, and can also offer certificates and professional degrees. Fees for universities differ depending on the province, institution and program of study.
Academic Calendar
The university year in Canada usually runs from September to May. Some universities are on a semester system, the fall semester (Sept-Dec), and the winter semester (Jan-May), or trimester system, with all courses available even in the summer beginning May.
Requesting for the Application form
There are some differences in the application process if you are applying to colleges and universities in different province of Canada.
Send enquiries at least 15 to 18 months before the proposed date of admission. There are three ways to get application forms.
-Requesting Application Forms from University : You can request application forms from the universities website directly by filling out a form online to request for the application material.
-Downloading from the university website : Many universities have a downloadable and ready to print versions of their application forms on the net. These can be used for applying just as regular forms.
-Requesting Applications from Canadian Education Centre(CEC) at different locations : You can get application forms for all the universities from Canadian Education Centre in your city. You can either visit them personally or email them for the forms.Follow the link to find out about CEC locations.
For More info click: http://www.studycanada.ca/india/index.htm
Main exams
TOEFL
It measures ability to communicate in English across all four language skills “listening, reading, writing and speaking” for people who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication.
You must apply to a test centre to take TOEFL test prior to the test date. For More info click: http://www.ets.org
GRE
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) has been developed by Educational Testing Service (ETS) to evaluate the verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning , critical thinking, and analytical writing skills that are not related to any specific field of study. The scores of this standardized test helps any accredited graduate, business or professional school, or any department or division within a school, to assess the advanced study potential of their prospective students and to supplement undergraduate records and other qualifications for graduate study. The Institution may require or recommend that its applicants take the General Test, a Subject Test, or both. Non-accredited institutions, approved by the GRE Board, can also receive the scores of the applicants.
For More info click: http://www.ets.org/gre
GMAT
Graduate Management Admissions Test or GMAT is a Standardizes test for MBA aspirants. This test is designed to evaluate the potential of students by assessing their mathematical, verbal and analytical writing skills. GMAT test, initially prepared for use by the Institutes/Universities of U.S. offering
programs in management and business, is now used as a criterion for allotting admission to students globally by more than 1700 universities/institutes.
The GMAT is designed and administered by Pearson Vue at the behest of Graduate Management Admission Council or GMAC. It is Pearson Vue which reports the test score to the universities and institutes
For More info click: www.gmac.com/GMAT
LSAT
The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is a half-day standardized test required for admission to LSAC-member law schools, most Canadian law schools, and many non”ABA”approved law schools. It provides a standard measure of acquired reading and verbal reasoning skills that law schools can use as one of several factors in assessing applicants. The test is administered four times a year at hundreds of locations around the world.
The LSAT is designed to measure skills that are considered essential for success in law school: the reading and comprehension of complex texts with accuracy and insight; the organization and management of information and the ability to draw reasonable inferences from it; the ability to think critically; and the analysis and evaluation of the reasoning and arguments of others. For More info click: http://www.lsac.org/LSAT/about-the-lsat.asp
Documents required
For Undergraduate Study
Students who are applying for a Bachelor program or another undergraduate course would be required to submit a secondary school report and transcripts of the qualifying exams.
The form should be filled out by a school authority like the principal or a headmaster. This form should indicate your whole school experience in relation to the other students in your class to help admission committees judge your performance in your own educational system. The school report should talk about your accomplishments during the school tenure.
Due to variation in the styles of scoring ask your school to attach a guide to the grading standards used in your educational system and your school.Also the ranking system used in your school should be clearly highlighted.
Transcripts should be translated by the issuing authority into English for those issued in a language other than English otherwise it may not be accepted by the University.
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Statement of Purpose
The Statement of Purpose is the single most important part of the application form, that will introduce the applicant to the admissions committee. It will also give a brief of the applicant‘s current career path and professional interests and goals for the future.
For More info click: www.statementofpurpose.com/
Letter of Recommendation
One of the most important elements of your college application is the Letter of recommendation. It is a signed statement from preferably a teacher who knows you well and has taught you in a subject that is related to the course you are applying to.
The letter should list your positive and negative qualities, useful skills (e.g., computer, statistical, or interpersonal skills), related experiences (extracurricular, work experience, clubs, volunteer work), information about the student that can portray a true picture of the candidate to the reader. A good letter might also provide information about the student‘s development and achievements over time. Therefore you need to choose a teacher who knows you well to write your letter.
Graduate Study
Transcripts reflecting your past academic record such as your of undergraduate studies and school record are the most important deciding factors in securing admission to a college abroad.
Most schools require you to have a good academic record especially for programs and courses offering a master‘s or doctoral degree.
Each university has its own minimum requirement for its programs, which are flexible depending on the candidate‘s profile and the course applied for.
Each Universities in Canada have their own marking and evaluation systems.Do not convert your marks one one education system to the Canadian Grade Point Average system since the conversion may not be accurate. You must attach guide from your college to indicate the scoring system in your class and/or university. The letter may also indicate your place as compared to the class and the university average and the number of students in the class and the number of colleges and students in the university.
Students applying for Graduate courses (MBA, MS etc) are required to submit an official transcript (mark-sheets) from each college or university that they have attended after secondary school with complete details of the subjects/credits involved (for each year) and other details like correspondence courses, diplomas etc. Most universities ask for the transcript (mark-sheets) to be sealed in an envelope and signed and attested across the seal by the registrar. This procedure is to be done for each and every college that you have attended. Some universities may ask for more than one copy of the transcript.
If the transcripts are in a language other than English, then they must be translated into English only by the issuing authority or university otherwise it may not be accepted.
Fee & Expenses
Student Employment
You may work on campus at the institution where you study without a work permit, if you are a full-time student at a publicly-funded post-secondary institution or a private institution authorized by provincial statute to confer degrees. You require a work permit if the intended employment is an essential and integral part of your course of study (this does not apply to accounting students, medical interns or medical residents); or if the intended employment is related to an approved research or training program.
Off-campus work is an option for students studying at certain publicly-funded post-secondary institutions in Quebec, Manitoba and New Brunswick.
Negotiations are underway to make off-campus work more widely available in other provinces.
International students who graduate from a publicly-funded post-secondary institution in the metropolitan regions of Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, and
who find employment in their field of study, may apply for a work permit for up to one year of post-graduation employment in Canada. Students who graduate from a publicly-funded post-secondary institution outside of these areas, and who find employment in their field of study outside of these areas, will be eligible to work for two years instead of one.
For More info click: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work-opps.html
Fees
The average cost for a foreign student for one school year (8 months) in an undergraduate program is C$8,000 - C$17,000. For Graduate studies the annual cost ranges between C$1900 - C$33,000 for General Arts and Sciences Programs.The Cost differ with the programs you opt for along with the different province.
For More info click:http://www.studycanada.ca/english/ cost_of_studying_in_canada.htm
Living Expenses Accomodation:
Homestay accommodation with Meals: $400 - $800 CDN per month. Residence/dormitory Rooms: $3,000 - $7,500 CDN per school year Shared accommodations: $250 - $700 CDN monthly.
Bus Fare One Way (local) $2.00 - $3.00
Average Restaurant Meal $10.00 - $25.00 per person Movie $8.50 - $12.00
Average cost of a suite or apartment: $400 - $1,500 CDN monthly.
Financial Assistance
Scholarship
There are various organisations within Canada that administer scholarship programs but they are usually for graduate students and professors who are studying or researching a specific subject; Canadian studies is a typical area for which scholarships are awarded.
For More info click: http://www.iccs-ciec.ca/pages/4_ICCSprogs/ a_gradstu.html
Visa Information
A study permit
For programs longer than six months require a study permit.
For Quebec-bound students, a CAQ (Quebec Application Certificate) is required.
If you will be studying in a program of six months or less, but think you may continue your studies in another program after this short-term program is completed, you should apply for a study permit before you come to Canada. If you do not have a valid study permit and wish to continue your studies, you will have to leave Canada in order to apply for one.
The type of documentation required depends on your country of origin, the program you are taking, and the length of your study.
Temporary Resident Visa
A temporary resident visa may be required depending on your country of origin. Please see the list of countries that require a temporary resident visa as provided by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
More information on the process of applying for a study permit is available on Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s web site.
How to Stay Healthy While
Studying in USA
Health is wealth. But, when you are studying abroad money, grades and job comes first. Importance of staying healthy will come into picture only if you get sick.
I have been sick few times while attending UTA. When I
purchased some 30 tablets of antibiotics, I realized why Medical costs are expensive in USA. It was like $75.
While taking care of your health, you need stay safe as well. Lets look at ways to stay safe and healthy while in USA.
Things to Do : Before You leave
Here are list of things you can get it done before you leave your home country to study abroad.
Health check-ups
• Complete Physical : Before you depart to study abroad,
visit your family physician and get a complete physical check-up – Blood work with fasting, etc.
• Eye Exam: If you are wearing eye glasses, get it checked
for change in your eye power. Also, get 2 additional pair of glasses.
• Dental Care : Dental care is also expensive and student
health insurance typically doesn’t include dental insurance.
Prescriptions and Medicines
• It’s a good idea to carry all the medication you are used to
taking in India.
• But remember to get a doctor’s signed prescription for any
medication you take abroad.
Vaccinations
Universities might require you to bring vaccinations record with you.
International students cannot register for classes, even during new student orientation, until UHS has received documentation that they have met the following medical clearance requirements.
Please print the TB and Vaccination History for International Students form.
Have your healthcare provider complete and sign it. If you are currently outside the United States, your healthcare provider should NOT complete the TB Screening section of this form. The TB test must be administered while you are in the United States.
Check with your university for vaccination requirements for International students.
Climate and weather
Climate plays a major role with your health. I have seen students get sever allergy reactions to pollens. Typically in India, you don’t see pollen allergies, but when get exposd to pollens, you can see allergic reactions.
Read up about the climate you can expect in the destination country, and buy the protective gear you need to stay warm.
• List of things to carry to USA
In the above list of things to carry list, I have listed where to buy warm clothes for handling winter months in USA.
First-aid kit
It’s a good idea to carry a simple first aid kit; items can include: bandages, flashlight, sterile pads, insect repellent, adhesive tape, aspirin, antacid, anti-diarrhoea tablets, anti-malarial medication, etc.
No worries, if you don’t buy this First Aid Kit, Its chep and you can get this form any retail stores or drug stores.
Shoes for Exercises
Get a good pair of comfortable walking or running shoes.
If you already have a good sneakers from Nike, Rebook or Adidas or other brands, take them with you. If not, you can get a good paid here for cheap.
Also, its easier to walk with good pair of walking or running shoes around the campus. Without access to a car or public
transportation abroad, you may have to do quite a bit of walking.
Emergency contacts
Keep your people at home well informed of your whereabouts and activities and provide them with copies of your important travel documents (i.e. passport, visa, plane tickets, traveller’s checks, and prescriptions).Also, provide them with contact number of folks who is going to pick you from the airport.
• 38 Things You Will Experience After Reaching US • 10 things to do right after landing in USA
Food and water safety
Pay close attention to what you eat in first couple of months, till you body gets used to new environment and food habits. If you get diarrhoea or food poisoning, and feel you need help, please go to medical center in your university or nearby doctor’s office.
Remember to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
Give your body time to adjust to new types of foods- make the effort to have one home-cooked meal a day.
Here in USA, we drink tap water directly from the pipes without filtering it. You may find it odd at first, but you will get used to it.
While on the flight
While you travel by air, drink a lot of non-alcoholic fluids, stay away from caffeine, eat light, and stretch often to avoid jetlag and blood clots which can be caused by cabin pressure.
• Air Travel – How to Avoid Jet Lag?
Campus Safety
• Watch this video I made about campus safety.
Let me know if you have any questions about sating safe and healthy while studying in USA.
Biographies...
of Ancient Indian Scientists
ARYABHATT (476 CE)
MASTERASTRONOMER AND MATHEMATICIAN Born in 476 CE in Kusumpur ( Bihar ), Aryabhatt’s intellectual brilliance remapped the boundaries of mathematics and astronomy. In 499 CE, at the age of 23, he wrote a text on astronomy and an unparallel treatise on mathematics called “Aryabhatiyam.” He formulated the process of calculating the motion of planets and the time of eclipses. Aryabhatt was the first to proclaim that the earth is round, it rotates on its axis, orbits the sun and is suspended in space - 1000 years before Copernicus published his heliocentric theory. He is also acknowledged for calculating p (Pi) to four decimal places: 3.1416 and the sine table in trigonometry. Centuries later, in 825 CE, the Arab mathematician, Mohammed Ibna Musa credited the value of Pi to the Indians, “This value has been given by the Hindus.” And above all, his most spectacular contribution was the concept of zero without which modern computer technology would have been non-existent. Aryabhatt was a colossus in the field of mathematics.
BHASKARACHARYA II (1114-1183 CE)
GENIUS IN ALGEBRA Born in the obscure village of Vijjadit (Jalgaon) in Maharastra, Bhaskaracharya’s work in Algebra, Arithmetic and Geometry cata-pulted him to fame and immortality. His renowned mathematical works called “Lilavati” and “Bijaganita” are considered to be unparalled and a memorial to his profound intelligence. Its translation in several languages of the world bear testi-mony to its eminence. In his treatise “ Siddhant Shiromani “ he writes on planetary positions, eclipses, cosmography, mathematical techniques and astronomical equip-ment. In the “ Surya Siddhant “ he makes a note on the force of gravity: “Objects fall on earth due to a force of attraction by the earth. Therefore, the earth, planets, constellations, moon, and sun are held in orbit due to this attraction.” Bhaskaracharya was the first to discover gravity, 500 years before Sir Isaac Newton . He was the champion among mathematicians of ancient and medieval India . His works fired the imagination of Persian and European scholars, who through research on his works earned fame and popularity.
ACHARYA KANAD (600 BCE)
FOUNDER OF ATOMIC THEORY As the founder of “ Vaisheshik Darshan “- one of six principal philosophies of India - Acharya Kanad was a genius in philosophy. He is believed to have been born in Prabhas Kshetra near Dwarika in Gujarat . He was the pioneer expounder of realism, law of causation and the atomic theory. He has classified all the objects of creation into nine elements, namely: earth, water, light, wind, ether, time, space, mind and soul. He says, “Every object of creation is made of atoms which in turn connect with each other to form molecules.” His statement ushered in the Atomic Theory for the first time ever in the world, nearly 2500 years before John Dalton . Kanad has also described the dimension and motion of atoms and their chemical reactions with each other. The eminent historian, T.N. Colebrook , has said, “Compared to the scientists of Europe , Kanad and other Indian scientists were the global masters of this field.”
NAGARJUNA (100 CE)
WIZARD OF CHEMICAL SCIENCE He was an extraordinary wizard of sci-ence born in the nondescript village of Baluka in Madhya Pradesh . His dedicated research for twelve years produced maiden discoveries and inventions in the faculties of chemistry and metallurgy. Textual master-pieces like “ Ras Ratnakar ,” “Rashrudaya” and “Rasendramangal” are his renowned contributions to the science of chemistry. Where the medi-eval alchemists of England failed, Nagarjuna had discovered the alchemy of transmuting base metals into gold. As the author of medical books like “Arogyamanjari” and “Yogasar,” he also made significant contribu-tions to the field of curative medicine. Because of his profound scholarliness and versatile knowledge, he was appointed as Chancellor of the famous University of Nalanda . Nagarjuna’s milestone discoveries impress and astonish the scientists of today.
heart disease, etc. In the “ Charak Samhita “ he has described the medicinal qualities and functions of 100,000 herbal plants. He has emphasized the influence of diet and activity on mind and body. He has proved the correlation of spirituality and physical health contributed greatly to diagnostic and curative sciences. He has also prescribed and ethical charter for medical practitioners two centuries prior to the Hippocratic oath. Through his genius and intuition, Acharya Charak made landmark contributions to Ayurvedal. He forever remains etched in the annals of history as one of the greatest and noblest of rishi-scientists.
ACHARYA CHARAK (600 BCE)
FATHER OF MEDICINE Acharya Charak has been crowned as the Father of Medicine. His renowned work, the “ Charak Samhita “, is considered as an encyclopedia of Ayurveda. His principles, diagoneses, and cures retain their potency and truth even after a couple of millennia. When the science of anatomy was confused with different theories in Europe , Acharya Charak revealed through his innate genius and enquiries the facts on human anatomy, embryology, pharmacology, blood circulation and diseases like diabetes, tuberculosis,
ACHARYA SUSHRUT (600 BCE)
FATHER OF PLASTIC SURGERY A genius who has been glowingly recognized in the annals of medical science. Born to sage Vishwamitra, Acharya Sudhrut details the first ever surgery procedures in “ Sushrut Samhita ,” a unique encyclopedia of surgery. He is venerated as the father of plastic surgery and the science of anesthesia. When surgery was in its infancy in Europe , Sushrut was performing Rhinoplasty (restoration of a damaged nose) and other challenging operations. In the “ Sushrut Samhita ,” he prescribes treatment for twelve types of fractures and six types of dislocations. His details on human embryology are simply amazing. Sushrut used 125 types of surgical instruments including scalpels, lancets, needles, Cathers and rectal speculums; mostly designed from the jaws of animals and birds. He has also described a number of stitching methods; the use of horse’s hair as thread and fibers of bark. In the “ Sushrut Samhita ,” and fibers of bark. In the “ Sushrut Samhita ,” he details 300 types of operations. The ancient Indians were the pioneers in amputation, caesarian and cranial surgeries. Acharya Sushrut was a giant in the arena of medical science.
VARAHAMIHIR (499-587 CE)
EMINENT ASTROLOGER AND ASTRONOMERARenowned astrologer and astronomer who was honored with a special decoration and status as one of the nine gems in the court of King Vikramaditya in Avanti ( Ujjain ). Varahamihir’s book “panchsiddhant” holds a prominent place in the realm of astronomy. He notes that the moon and planets are lustrous not because of their own light but due to sunlight. In the “ Bruhad Samhita “ and “ Bruhad Jatak ,” he has revealed his discoveries in the domains of geography, constellation, science, botany and animal science. In his treatise on botanical science, Varamihir presents cures for various diseases afflicting plants and trees. The rishi-scientist survives through his unique contributions to the science of astrology and astronomy.
ACHARYA PATANJALI (200 BCE)
FATHER OF YOGA The Science of Yoga is one of several unique contributions of India to the world. It seeks to discover and realize the ultimate Reality through yogic practices. Acharya Patanjali , the founder, hailed from the district of Gonda (Ganara) in Uttar Pradesh . He prescribed the control of prana (life breath) as the means to control the body, mind and soul. This subsequently rewards one with good health and inner happiness. Acharya Patanjali ‘s 84 yogic postures effectively enhance the efficiency of the respiratory, circulatory, nervous, digestive and endocrine systems and many other organs of the body. Yoga has eight limbs where Acharya Patanjali shows the attainment of the ultimate bliss of God in samadhi through the disciplines of: yam, niyam, asan, pranayam, pratyahar, dhyan and dharna. The Science of Yoga has gained popularity because of its scientific approach and benefits. Yoga also holds the honored place as one of six philosophies in the Indian philosophical system. Acharya Patanjali will forever be remembered and revered as a pioneer in the science of self-discipline, happiness and self-realization.
ACHARYA BHARADWAJ (800 BCE)
PIONEER OF AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
Acharya Bharadwaj had a hermitage in the holy city of Prayag and was an ordent apostle of Ayurveda and mechanical sciences. He authored the “ Yantra Sarvasva “ which includes astonishing and outstanding discoveries in aviation science, space science and flying machines. He has described three categories of flying machines: 1.) One that flies on earth from one place to another. 2.) One that travels from one planet to another. 3.) And One that travels from one universe to another. His designs and descriptions have impressed and amazed aviation engineers of today. His brilliance in aviation technology is further reflected through techniques described by him:
1.) Profound Secret: The technique to make a flying machine invisible through the application of sunlight and wind force.
2.) Living Secret: The technique to make an invisible space machine visible through the application of electrical force.
3.) Secret of Eavesdropping: The technique to listen to a conversation in another plane.
4.) Visual Secrets: The technique to see what’s happening inside another plane.
Through his innovative and brilliant discoveries, Acharya Bharadwaj has been recognized as the pioneer of aviation technology.
ACHARYA KAPIL (3000 BCE)
FATHER OF COSMOLOGY
Celebrated as the founder of Sankhya philosophy, Acharya Kapil is believed to have been born in 3000 BCE to the illustrious sage Kardam and Devhuti. He gifted the world with the Sankhya School of Thought. His pioneering work threw light on the nature and principles of the ultimate Soul (Purusha), primal matter (Prakruti) and creation. His concept of transformation of energy and profound commentaries on atma, non-atma and the subtle elements of the cosmos places him in an elite class of master achievers - incomparable to the discoveries of other cosmologists. On his assertion that Prakruti, with the inspiration of Purusha, is the mother of cosmic creation and all energies, he contributed a new chapter in the science of cosmology. Because of his extrasensory observations and revelations on the secrets of creation, he is recognized and saluted as the Father of Cosmology.
1. The Battle of Plassey was fought in A.1757 B.1782 C.1748 D.1764 Answer: Option A
2. Under Akbar, the Mir Bakshi was required to look after
A.military affairs B.the state treasury C.the royal household D.the land revenue system Answer: Option A
3. Tripitakas are sacred books of
A.Buddhists B.Hindus C.Jains D.None of the above Answer & Explanation Answer: Option A
4. The trident-shaped symbol of Buddhism does not represent
A.Nirvana B.Sangha C.Buddha D.Dhamma Answer: Option A
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5. The theory of economic drain of India during British imperi-alism was propounded by
A.Jawaharlal Nehru B.Dadabhai Naoroji C.R.C. Dutt
D.M.K. Gandhi Answer: Option B
6. The treaty of Srirangapatna was signed between Tipu Sultan and A.Robert Clive B.Cornwallis C.Dalhousie D.Warren Hastings Answer: Option B
7. The system of competitive examination for civil service was accepted in principle in the year A.1833
B.1853 C.1858 D.1882
Answer: Option B
8. Through which one of the following, the king exercised his control over villages in the Vijayanagar Empire?
A.Dannayaka B.Sumanta C.Nayaka
D.Mahanayakacharya Answer: Option D
9. The Vijayanagara ruler, Kirshnadev Raya's work Amuktamalyada, was in A.Telugu
B.Sanskrit
C.TamilD.Kannada Answer: Option A
10. Under an agreement with which of the following countries did Subhas Chandra Bose organize the Indian soldiers, taken as prisoners by the Axis Powers, into the Azad Hind Fauj?
A.China B.Germany
C.Italy D.Japan Answer: Option D
11. The use of Kharoshti in ancient Indian architecture is the result of India's contact with A.Central Asia
B.Iran C.Greece D.China
Answer: Option C
12. The treaty of Mangalore
was signed between
A.the English East India Company and Haidar Ali
B.the English East India Company and Tipu Sultan
C.Haidar Ali and the Zamorin of Calicut
D.the French East India Company and Tipu Sultan
Answer: Option B
13. To conquer and annex Peshawar and Punjab, Mahmud of Ghazni defeated A.Ghurids B.Arabs C.Karkotakas D.Hindushahis Answer: Option D
14. To which professions earlier leaders who struggled for freedom of India mainly belonged?
A.Lawyers B.Teachers C.Journalists D.All of the above Answer: Option D
15. The text of the document called Mahzar, by which Akbar assumed the role of supreme arbiter in the matters of religion is found in A.Nizamuddin's Tabaqat-I-Akbari B.Arif Quandahari's Tarikh-I-Alfi C.Abul Fazl's Akbarnama D.Badauni's Muntakahab-ut-Tawarikh
Answer: Option C
16. Tulsidas, the author of Ramcharitmanas, was a contempo-rary of which of the following rulers? A.Akbar
B.Humayun C.Shahjahan D.Sher Shah Suri
Answer: Option A
17. To meet the educational needs of the people, the Madarasa-I Nasiri was built in the region of A.Qutub-ud-din Aibak
B.Iltutmish
C.Ruknuddin Firoz Shah D.Jalal-id-din Khilji Answer: Option B
18. Ustad Mansur was a famous painter in the region of
A.Shajahan B.Akbar C.Humayun D.Jahangir
Answer: Option D
Indian-American doctors launch
heart-disease education networks
Washington, July 26 : With heart disease emerging as the number one killer among Indians, an ethnic doctors’ group has launched educational “Networks” to foster high quality medical education of Asian Indian origin physicians in the US.
Launched by the influential American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), these networks are made up of noted physicians in the
areas of cardiology, diabetes, and stroke from Harvard, Mayo Clinic, and Cleveland Clinic.
“AAPI has a mandate to help disseminate our medical knowledge, our expertise and technological advances to the rest of the world, and to India in particular,” said AAPI president Jayesh Shah.
Within these “Networks,” AAPI has recognized renowned physicians such as Deepak Bhatt, Samin Sharma, Sameer Mehta, Samir Kapadia, Om Ganda, Paresh Dandona, P.K. Shah, Sanjay Rajagopalan, Aneesh Singhal and Mandeep Mehra, Navin Nanda, a distinguished professor in the field, chairs the committee on “cardiovascular, diabetes & stroke” focus theme. The initiative’s scientific advisors include Narendra Kumar, past-president of AAPI, Joseph Chalil, and Kamini Trivedi. These networks will educate AAPI leadership and member physicians on cutting edge disease topics and cutting edge intervention.
They will “showcase the full heights that Asian Indian physicians have reached, elevate educational quality, stimulate the AAPI general physician members, bring further recognition to these renowned physicians, and inspire our young physicians-in-training,” Trivedi said. Physicians of Indian origin in the United States are reputed to be leading health care providers, holding crucial positions in various hospitals and health care facilities around the US.
Headquartered in Chicago, AAPI is one of the largest ethnic umbrella organizations with more than 130 member associations nationwide.
Another fake US varsity closes
leaving Indian students stranded
Washington, July 26 : Closure of another bogus American university has left hundreds of students, many of them from India’s Andhra Pradesh state, scrambling for options for continuing their studies. The University of Northern Virginia was ordered to cease operations and close immediately July 16, after the State Council for Higher Education in Virginia revoked the college’s license to operate.
UNVA operated on the ground floor of an office building in Annandale, a Washington suburb in neighbouring Virginia, for 15 years, according to the Washington Post. It remained unaccredited for the last five years and failed four audits by the state for not hiring “qualified faculty.”
The council said once it has received the student academic and financial records from the university it would communicate with students “regarding the impact of revocation and currently enrolled students’ options for continuing education.”
Students who are in the US on FI visas were also advised to make inquiries regarding immigration, Optional Practical Training (OPT) and the SEVP/ SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Programme and Information System) from the US Department of Homeland Security at (202) 282 -8000 or via its website at www.dhs.gov.
In a 2011 raid on UNVA federal officials found, almost exclusively enrolled foreign students from India whom the college had helped obtain visas by exploiting loopholes, according to the Chronicle of Higher Education. The next month, UNVA’s chancellor David Lee resigned following separate reports of his kinky personal life. Lee had advertised his private basement sex dungeon on a BDSM website, saying he was seeking “attractive
submissive” women, according to The Smoking Gun, which posted photos from Lee’s profile on the site on Aug 1, 2011.
Many Indian students had transferred to UNVA from Tri-Valley University, another bogus university in California, that was shut down by immigration authorities in 2011 for alleged visa fraud.
DU begins session with new
four-year programme
New Delhi, July 25 : Delhi University (DU) Thursday opened its gates to the first batch of students of the four-year undergraduate programme, welcoming them with cultural shows, refreshments and a promise of no ragging.
Dressed in the trendiest of attires, the freshers were obviously excited as they embarked on a new chapter of their lives.
“I am very excited to be a part of the prestigious DU. Being the first day, I had to be in my best attire because, as they say, the first impression is the last impression,” said a chirpy Ankita Mahajan, who had gone for a retro look, sporting palazzo pants and a polka dot shirt.
Nikhil Cherian, a student of Hans Raj College, dressed in shorts and a printed t-shirt, sported a casual look. “The weather is humid and you should wear what is comfortable. Till winter arrives, my wardrobe is not going to change,” he said.
While some colleges which had finished orientation programmes earlier began with classes Thursday, others kept the first day informal, and sought to make the newcomers comfortable.
There were dance and theatre performances by cultural societies in some colleges and interactive sessions, where alumni shared their experiences with the newcomers. Meanwhile, the political student outfits too went all out to woo students as they spread across the campus meeting new students, trying to impress upon them the need to join them.
The issue of ragging remained on the top of everyone’s mind, with student outfits putting up colourful posters all over the campus promising “no-ragging.”
“There is an anti-ragging campaign in place in all the colleges of north and south campus. If anyone is ragged, he or she can come to us and we will make sure that the guilty are taken to task. No cases of ragging were reported today,” Varun Khari, vice president of Delhi University Students Union, told Press.
“We have also started self-defence classes for the girls,” he said. Meanwhile, there was heavy deployment of police personnel across the campus to prevent ragging.
The students were excited about the new undergraduate course too. “I feel DU has made the graduation programme more
comprehensive and we now know about all the subjects. It will help our prospects of getting employed,” said Nishant Singh, a student of the arts and humanities subjects at St. Stephen’s College. Some teachers too agreed. “This is a very productive programme, and students shouldn’t worry. This will enhance their
understanding,” Rajinder Kumar, a Sanskrit teacher at Hindu College said.
Woxsen School of Business to start
classes next year
Hyderabad, July 25 : The Woxsen School of Business, coming up with an investment of Rs.500 crore near here, will start the first batch from April next year, its promoter announced here Thursday
The school coming up on 200 acres at Sadasivpet will offer one and two year Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM).
Britain-based entrepreneur, Praveen Pula, who hails from Hyderabad, announced the launch of the school here.
He said the school was aimed providing a platform to nurture entrepreneurship in India. The first phase of the campus with Rs.150 crore investment will be ready by February 2014.
After the completion of all three phases, the school will have three million square feet of built-up space.
“Woxsen is based on a global standard of excellence in leadership,
organization, communication and strategy. The model is unique to Woxsen and forms the fundamental basis of a larger curriculum,” he said.
He said India with relatively smaller number of start-ups, offer opportunities for innovative, practical and need-based business solutions and hence there was a need to develop new-age entrepreneurs.
Woxsen’s Dean R. Narasimhan is an alumnus of Indian Institute of
Technology, Roorkee and Madras and Tata Institute of Fundamental Sciences & Research, Mumbai.
Indian universities should focus on
research: Tharoor
New Delhi, July 25 : Indian universities need to focus on research as building up research and development (R&D) is one way India can maximise its economic potential, union Minister of State for Human Resource Development (HRD) Shashi Tharoor said Thursday.
Speaking at the two-day Global R&D Summit here on the opening day, Tharoor called for increasing collaboration between industry and academia in this regard.
Observing that no Indian university figures among the list of top 200 universities of the world, Tharoor said: “When we looked into the rating system, we found that 30 percent weightage while ranking universities globally was given to research and another 30 percent was given to citations.”
“Our universities are primarily teaching institutions and we need to change it. Indian universities need to focus more on research.”
The minister said his ministry has been focusing on putting more money into research and development and private players must also pitch in.
He said the Universities for Research and Innovation Bill 2012 — aimed at creating research institutions — is pending before parliament.
“R&D as prime driver of the economic growth cannot be overlooked. Solutions to challenges of food and water security, eradicating diseases and
providing education to all can be found if we embrace work culture that gives preferences to R&D,” he said.
Quoting a recent report, which revealed that $1.4 trillion were spent globally on R&D, Tharoor said that of this, India’s contribution was only 2.1 percent compared to 33 percent by the US and over 12.6 percent by China.
Scholarship for science
students in Meghalaya
Shillong, July 24 : Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma Wednesday announced special scholarships for science students to boost their scientific temper.
“We have decided to award special scholarship to all students to motivate students to look at science not as a phobia but as a branch of study which will benefit them in many ways particularly in regulating their day to day lives,” Sangma said
The chief minister made the announcement at the inaugural session of a two-day international seminar organised by Shillong College in the college premises.
“Basic science also plays a very important role in the formulation of policies of the government.”
Happiness peaks in 20s and 60s
New York, July 25 : People are happiest around age 23 and then again around age 69, a new study has revealed.
Study author Hannes Schwandt, a research associate at Princeton University told the New York Daily News that for most, life hits a slump during the mid-50s, likely because that’s when people experience the most regret. Schwandt said that young people strongly overestimate their future, they’re overoptimistic and they think that they will be the ones who don’t get divorced, who have money and nice jobs and healthy children. The author warns that optimism translates to happiness, but can lead to misery if dreams aren’t fulfilled. This might explain why well-being hits a low a couple decades later.
The study data comes from more than 23,000 surveys that were conducted in Germany, among participants between ages 17 and 85. The respondents were asked how satisfied they were with their current life, and how they expected to feel about life in five years.Schwandt said that the reason for the late-age boost in happiness could be because people have come to peace with lost opportunities.
The research was published this month by the London School of
Economics and Political Science at the Centre for Economic Performance.
Cool body therapies for monsoon
season
New Delhi, July 25 : The skin tends to suffer a lot during the monsoon season. With humidity levels so high, the skin can’t breathe easily, but a few rejuvenating natural therapies can correct the problem.
Try out treatments made of mint, rose oil and many more:
- Rice-curd-rose oil scrub: It is a cream-based moisturising scrub that gently removes dead cells leaving the skin soft. The scrub also helps to remove tan and prevents cell damage by neutralising free radicals.
- Mint massage: Made of crushed mint leaves and essential oils, the paste is used to cool the body.
- Papaya massage: Our body starts producing excess oil during monsoon. This can be removed by massaging the body with a paste made of papaya, green tea, pineapple and honey. It also gives a natural shine to the body. One can access these and many more natural treatments at Energy Spa at Hotel The Royal Plaza here.
Parental divorce during childhood
linked to spending habits
Washington, July 24 : Parental divorce could be one of the factors that contribute to compulsive buying behaviour in adulthood, a new study has suggested.
Author George P. Moschis said that when kids grow up in a disruptive environment for instance, if their parents divorced, they were born out of marriage or they did not get sufficient affection and attention from their parents - they try looking for satisfaction outside their home.
Moschis told the Huffington Post that there is a kind of insecurity and self esteem’s impairment that could make some kind of need for feeling better about oneself. He said those things that people buy make them feel good about, which kind of eases adverse feelings and that eventually becomes compulsive buying.
Moschis and his co-researchers asked 327 undergraduate students at two universities to fill out questionnaires about their spending habits and family history. The findings have been published in the Journal of Consumer Affairs.
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Able Seaman Entry Level -Salary $1600-1800/month.
An ordinary seaman comes on board to learn ship’s maintenance, painting, cleaning, knot-making, watch-standing duties, tying down the ship, rigging, lookout responsibilities and other types of seamanship.
Accountant - Salary $3400-3600/ month.
Prepares balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports. Responsibilities also include analyzing trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Reports
organization’s finances to management, and offers suggestions about resource utilization, tax strategies, and assumptions underlying
budget forecasts. May require a bachelor’s degree in
accounting and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising
independent judgment.
Activity Coordinator -Salary $2000-2800/month.
Organizes and provides program content for social events for an organization or group of people. Requires a high school diploma or it’s equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices,
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and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and
accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision;
typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
Administrative Assistant - Salary $2400-3200/month.
Performs a variety of administrative functions. Schedules appointments, gives information to callers, and takes dictation.
Composes memos, transcribes notes, and researches and creates presentations. Generates reports, handles multiple projects, and prepares and monitors invoices and
expense reports. May assist with compiling and
developing the annual budget. Requires a high school diploma with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and
pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.
Aerobic/Fitness Instructor -Salary $1900-2000/month.
Responsibilities include providing safe and educational group exercise classes. Interacts with exercise class participants to ensure that exercises are carried out in a safe and effective manner. Teaches the class at the appropriate level for all
participants. Suggests modified exercises for individuals as needed. Always starts and ends class on time.
Assistant Bar Manager - Salary $2600- 3000/month.
You will be responsible for managing the day to day business and develop your staff through training and ensure the highest standard of service which will exceed the customers expectation. A knowledge of cocktails and menu design would be advantageous, along with attention to detail and a proven track record of achieving financial results.
Assistant Cabin Steward
Stewardess - Salary $1800-2000/ month.
Cleaning of assigned public areas and passenger cabins, passenger laundry requests as directed by cabin
stewards. No experience required.
Assistant Casino Manager -Salary $2600-3000/month.
Responsible for daily operations of the casino. Performs accounting
functions and manages staff. Reports to Casino Manager.
Assistant Chief Housekeeper -Salary $2400-2600/month.
Responsible for managing staff and overseeing
operations. Reports to Chief Housekeeper.
Assistant Cruise Director - Salary $2600-2800/month.
Oversees and schedules Cruise Staff and activities programs for passengers.
Assistant Food and Beverage Assistant - Salary $2300-2600/ month.
Generally oversees the entire operation of the food and beverage department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to restaurants, lounges, and banquet facilities.
Assistant Head Chef - Salary $4200-4600/month.
Responsible for all of the operations of the kitchens. Creates and updates menus to maximize profits and minimize loss. Tests and develops recipes. Monitors customer satisfaction. Maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food. Ensures that food and facilities meet all
governmental regulations.
Assistant Hotel Manager - Salary $4200-4500/month.
Ensure that the day-to-day operations of their various departments meet the standards set by the Hotel manager. Responsible for personnel, accounting and office administration, marketing and sales, purchasing, security, maintenance, and recreational facilities.
Assistant Laundry Supervisor -Salary $1400-1600/month.
46 Manages the daily
operations of a laundry department. Assigns and reviews the work of a
laundry employees engaged in receiving, washing,
ironing, packaging and delivering laundry to various departments.
Assistant Pastry Chef- Salary $1400-1600/month.
Reporting directly to the Head Pastry Chef. The Pastry Chefs must have a minimum of three years experience in the pastry field. A degree from a post-secondary culinary arts program is preferred.
Assistant Production Manager -Salary $2000-2400/month.
Responsible for ensuring the production quality of all shows and public events.
Assistant Salon Manager - Salary $1600-2400/month.
Oversees staff and operations of the salon. Reports to Salon Manager.
Assistant Shop Manager - Salary $1800-2400/month.
Oversees staff and
operations of the gift shop.
Assistant Shore Excursion Manager - Salary $2400/3400/ month.
Responsible for organizing and overseeing shore
excursions at various ports.
Bar Manager - Salary $3000-3800/ month.
Responsible for all bar department activities including accounting functions.
Bar Supervisor - Salary $2400-2800/month.
Assists Bar manager with scheduling and daily operations.
Bar Waiter Waitress - Salary $1800-3000/month.
Serves beverages to passengers and reports to Bar Supervisor.
Bartender - Salary $1800-2800/ month.
Serves beverages in lounges and on deck.
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Bell Boy - Salary $1400-1800/ month.
Responsible for room service requests. No experience required.
Bell Captain - Salary $1600-2200/ month.
Schedules and oversees staff functions. Entry level training provided.
Busboy - Salary $1200-1400/month.
Responsible for busing tables. No experience required.
Butcher - Salary $1500-2000/month.
Cuts, trims, bones, ties, and grinds meats, using butcher’s cutlery and powered equipment, such as electric grinder and band saw, to portion and prepare meat in cooking form: Cuts, trims, and bones carcass sections or prime cuts, using knives, meat saw, cleaver, and band saw, to reduce to cooking cuts, such as roasts, steaks, chops, stew cubes, and grinding meat. Cuts and weighs steaks and chops for individual servings. Tends electric grinder to grind meat. Shapes and ties roasts. May estimate requirements and requisition or order meat supply. May receive, inspect, and store meat upon delivery. May record quantity of meat
received and issued to cooks.
Cabin Steward Stewardess -Salary $1400-2400/month.
Cleaning of assigned public areas and passenger cabins, passenger laundry requests. No experience required.
Casino Cashier - Salary $1600-2600/month.
This job consists of receiving and paying out money and keeping records of exchange transactions in the shipboard casino. Persons in this position will provide customer assistance through the exchange of various types of monetary notes, coins, credit and casino chips and helpful information. Cashiers are responsible for smooth, efficient and accurate monetary exchange. Persons holding this position are required to maintain cage security as well as accuracy of various reports regarding authorization forms, reconciliation of transactions and exchange summary reports. Cashiers must also provide excellent customer service by assisting and providing helpful information.
Casino Dealer - Salary $1600-2800/ month.
Running casino games such as blackjack, roulette and baccarat.
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Casino Manager - Salary $3200-4200/month.
Responsible for all
operations related to casino department including
management and accounting.
Chief Housekeeper - Salary $3400-4000/month.
Responsible for all operations of the
housekeeping department.
Cleaner - Salary $900-1600/ month.
Responsible for cleaning assigned passenger areas. No experience required.
Comedians - Salary $1600-2800/ month.
Performing live shows, extensive experience required.
Computer Systems Hardware Technician - Salary $3200-4800/ month.
Qualified candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant work experience in a computer repair environment and
must possess a basic understanding of PC configurations, operating systems, major software titles and current technology.
Computer Technician - Salary $3200-4800/month.
The job responsibilities can range from basic PC Technician work to
implementing a network and working with hubs/routers/switches.
Cosmetologist - Salary $2200-3200/ month.
Provide quality facial & body treatments, waxing, and Manicures & Pedicures.
Crew Purser - Salary $1400-2200/ month.
Provide administrative
support for the ship and crew by processing crew
paperwork and assist with all crew-related matters.
Cruise Director - Salary $4500-7000/month.
Responsible for all onboard entertainment and acts as master of ceremonies.
Cruise Staff - Salary $1900-2600/ month.
49 Running passenger activities, assisting passengers with luggage and providing customer service. No experience required.
Dining Room Manager - Salary $3200- 4000/month.
Oversees food and beverage department including
assigning work tasks and implementing procedures and training.
Disc Jockey - Salary $1800-2200/ month.
Extensive music background ranging from various
decades.
Dishwasher- Salary $900-1400/ month.
Washes and stacks dishes. No experience required.
Doctor - Salary $4600-6200/month.
Provide treatment to passengers and crew
members. Must have current license and experience with various types of medicine such as emergency, internal and primary care.
Electrician - Salary $2000-2600/ month.
An Electrician Technician will be excepted work on electrical projects and electrical
maintenance with little supervision. The position would be expected to install and maintain high voltage up 480v and low voltage down to 12vdc. The position would also require the ability to install and maintain various components of electrical controls and automation.
First Cook - Salary $1800-2600/ month.
Ideal background
includes cooking in a hotel/ resort or country club with a strong focus on guest service. Responsible for supervising second and third cooks;
performs culinary duties as set by chief chef.
Floor Supervisor - Salary $2200-2600/month.
Responsible for supervising cabin stewards and ensuring cleanliness of cabins. Entry level training provided.
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Must be able to arrange and tie bouquets as orders are placed. Must have a strong creative understanding of flowers and bouquets as well as the ability to adapt the bouquet to the needs of the customer.
Food and Beverage Manager -Salary $3000-3800/month.
Ensuring that standards of food and beverage meet expectations. Monitoring food and beverage costs. Development of wine list. Manages others and
coordinates the ordering of food stock and other
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Gift Shop Manager - Salary $2200-3200/month.
Previous retail management required. Supervises staff and oversees operation of gift shop.
Guest Entertainer - Salary $3200-7000/month.
Provide entertainment that caters to people of all ages.
Hair Stylist - Salary $2400-3200/ month.
Previous salon experience required. Must be licensed for women and men’s
hairdressing.
Head Chef - Salary $4500-5000/ month.
Responsible for overall operations. Must have culinary degree and extensive experience.
Head Room Steward - Salary $2000-2800/month.
Responsible for supervising cabin stewards as directed by the floor supervisor.
Head Waiter Waitress - Salary $2800-3200/month.
Supervises waiter and waitresses and oversees dining room operations.
Host/Hostess - Salary $900-1600/ month.
As a Food & Beverage Cashier Host/Hostess, you will be greeting Guest’s, taking food orders, entering orders into a system, and processing payments. You may also be assembling food orders and presenting to our Guest’s. Other duties include
