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When Cyber Sublimits Work: Cowbell and the Drafting Lessons After CiCi’s
In February's CiCi Enterprises LP v. HSB Specialty Insurance Co. decision, the Northern District of Texas addressed whether a ransomware sublimit endorsement capped losses otherwise covered under a cyber policy. The court concluded that the endorsement did not apply to limit coverage under the policy’s extortion and other insuring agreements. As we discussed, the decision turned on how the endorsement was framed and how it interacted with the policy’s insuring agreements and defined terms.
PIX 11 – East Harlem dance group, Keep Rising to the Top, to hold performances over the weekend
Violeta Galagarza, a fixture in the East Harlem community, is prepping to celebrate nearly three decades of making kids safer by providing them an alternative to the streets through her dance group: Keep Rising to the Top.
Coastal Reflections: A Look Back at 2023 and Forward to 2024 | Going Coastal
December 12, 2023 Year's end: Lessons from the coast. In this wrap-up episode, the Going Coastal team – Jon, Marissa, and Deb – take a look back at 2023, reminiscing about the year's most impactful coastal topics and their favorite moments. They explore the potential of living shorelines as the future of coastal defense, focusing on natural and nature-based features and stressing the importance of accessible, shared scientific data for enhancing coastline resilience.
The Next Wave: ASBPA's Student Achievers | Going Coastal
November 24, 2023 The future is bright with these two winners! In this episode of the Going Coastal podcast, hosts Marissa Torres and Deborah Fernandes shine the spotlight on two exceptional ASBPA Student Award Winners: Cheyenne Twilley and Narayan Kumar. Cheyenne, awarded the Student Coastal Advocate Award, is recognized for her aspirations to deepen her understanding and influence in federal coastal policy and advocacy.
Thriving Together: Dr. Webb & Temi on Optimizing Student-Advisor Interactions - Professional Development Series | Going Coastal
October 10, 2023 Nurturing growth in graduate relationships. In this episode of Going Coastal, Marissa and Jon talk with Dr. Bret Webb, professor and current Director of the Center for Applied Coastal Engineering and Science at the University of South Alabama, and Temitope (Temi) Ezekiel Idowu a PhD student at the University of Delaware. Dr. Webb and Temi share their experiences and insights about the dynamics of the student-advisor relationship at the graduate level (MS, PhD).
Anchors Aweigh: Your Comprehensive Guide to the 2023 ASBPA National Coastal Conference | Going Coastal
September 12, 2023 What's in store for this year's ASBPA conference? In this episode of Going Coastal, Jon and Deb are joined by the three co-chairs of this year’s National Coastal Conference - Brian Caufield, Maura Boswell and Lee Weishar. Find out the meaning behind this year’s theme - Anchors Aweigh: Revolutionary Times for Coastal Habitats. Learn about the magic of October in New England and how to make the most of your time in Providence, Rhode Island.
ASBPA's Blue Flag Award: Setting the Standard for Coastal Protection | Going Coastal
August 8, 2023 Coastal conservation: the Blue Flag breakdown In this episode of the Going Coastal Podcast, we discuss the ASBPA Blue Flag Award Program with Annie Mercer, program coordinator for ASBPA, and Porsche Nauls, Departmental Facilities Planner II LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors, and one of the two Blue Flag award winners this year.
Unraveling the Mysteries of Coastal Groundwater: A Conversation with Marie-Pierre Delisle | Going Coastal
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Overseas Adventure: Studying Abroad as a Coastal Professional | Going Coastal
June 13, 2023 Beyond Borders: Coastal Engineering Chronicles Abroad Join Jon in this episode of Going Coastal as he dives deep into the captivating stories of two remarkable individuals in the field of ocean engineering. Lauren Schambach, an Ocean Engineer with The Mitre Corporation, shares her thrilling journey of taking her talents from the Jersey Shore to Santander, Spain. Discover the challenges she faced, the experiences she gained, and the invaluable lessons she learned along the way.
Spotlight on SNP: Connecting Students and Professionals in Coastal Communities | Going Coastal
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A New Co-Host and Season 2 Highlights | Going Coastal
April 11, 2023 New season, who dis? In this episode of Going Coastal, Jon and Marissa welcome a new co-host to the show – Déborah Fernandes, a Switzerland and Portugal native and current PhD student at University of South Alabama! Join us as we get to know Deb and reminisce on the guests and show topics of our second season.
Communicating Research through Publications - Professional Development Series | Going Coastal
February 7, 2023 Explore publication process & what it takes to succeed! In this episode of Going Coastal, Jon and Marissa bring on ASBPA Shore & Beach editor Beth Sciaudone and long-time Shore & Beach article author Tim Kana to talk about the publication process. Beth and Tim have a wealth of knowledge and experience in communicating their research through peer-reviewed publications from conference proceedings to high-impact journals.
Looking into the Crystal Ball Down Under - Research Spotlight Series | Going Coastal
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A Fresh Perspective to Science Communication - Coastal Policy Series | Going Coastal
December 13, 2022 Turning fears into curiosities through writing In this episode of Going Coastal, Montana Denton joins Jon and Marissa from New Zealand to chat about writing and following your passions. Montana is a recent graduate from USC on a working holiday visa in New Zealand, exploring foreign coastlines while researching topics for her next article as a freelance writer.
The Importance of Mentorship: Professional Development Series | Going Coastal
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High Honors: Meet the ASBPA Student Award Winners | Going Coastal
In this episode of Going Coastal, Jon and Marissa connect with two student award winners from the ASBPA National Coastal Conference in September. Brennan Banks, a Master’s student at Florida Institute of Technology, was named the Student Coastal Advocate Award winner, and Delaney Doran, a PhD student at Texas A&M, was named the Nicolas Kraus Coastal Scholar Award winner.
Aloha! Going Coastal with the University of Hawai’i Sea Grant Program | Going Coastal
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Previewing the 2022 ASBPA National Coastal Conference! | Going Coastal
August 9, 2022 Are you ready for Long Beach? In this episode of Going Coastal, Jon and Marissa chat with Ms. Kimberly Garvey, Dr. Doug George, and Mr. Andrew Wycklendt of the conference planning committee to discuss the upcoming 2022 ASBPA National Coastal Conference. Taking place in Long Beach, CA, the California Shore and Beach Preservation Association (CSBPA) has taken the lead in organizing the conference this year.
Student Research Spotlight: Cristal Espinosa, Recreation Specialist with Miami-Dade County | Going Coastal
July 12, 2022 Getting our feet wet and sandy with NPS field work. In this episode of Going Coastal, Jon and Marissa speak with a recent graduate from Florida Atlantic University (FAU), Ms. Cristal Espinosa. A native Miami resident fluent in Spanish, Cristal has a passion for the ocean, environmental science, and field work.
Are Professional Certifications Worth it in the Coastal Space? | Going Coastal
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Plans for the Future: What's new with the Students and New Professionals Chapter? | Going Coastal
May 10, 2022 What SNP's new leadership has in mind for the coming year! In this episode of Going Coastal, your co-hosts Jon and Marissa will introduce you to the newly elected president and vice president of the SNP Chapter: Taylor Zimmerman and Wendy Laurent! These two dynamic leaders have big plans for the future of SNP, transforming how the Chapter supports and interacts with students and professionals.
Celebrating A Year in Pods with Going Coastal
April 12, 2022 Twelve in: What's coming next on the Going Coastal podcast?! Join Marissa Torres, Jon Miller, and Heather Wade, hosts of the Going Coastal podcast, for Episode 12: Year in Review. Hear about our hosts’ perspectives on being first-time podcasters, their favorite interviews, most embarrassing moments, reflections on the past year, and some discussion on what could be in store for the podcast in the future. Show Transcription This transcription was generated by a computer.
Coastal policy doesn’t have to mean Washington DC! The 2022 Coastal Summit Preview | Going Coastal
March 8, 2022 Preview of ASBPA’s 2022 Coastal Summit On this episode of Going Coastal, your co-hosts Heather and Jon sit down with two of the co-chairs of ASBPA’s 2022 Coastal Summit, Susan Brodeur and Brandon Hill. Susan is a Senior Coastal Engineer with Orange County Parks in California and Brandon is the Coastal Resources Manager for the City of Galveston Texas. Listen in to learn about the exciting program that they’ve helped put together for this year’s virtual summit.
Talking coastal policy with Tony Pratt | Going Coastal
February 8, 2022 Welcoming the new Executive Director of ASBPA! On this episode of Going Coastal, your co-hosts Heather and Marissa sit down with the current Executive Director of ASBPA, Mr. Tony Pratt. Mr. Pratt has decades of experience in the realm of coastal policy and regulatory circles. From the local to the national level, big decisions are made by several agencies with regard to the preservation of our coasts and nearshore waterways - and ASBPA is the glue that binds them.
Dr. Alicia Mahon on Career and Early Professional Growth | Going Coastal
January 12, 2022 From creating student chapters to chasing runaway jet skies! In this episode of Going Coastal, your co-hosts Jon and Marissa talk with the wind energy program manager at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Alicia Mahon, Ph.D., PMP. Alicia was one of the founding members and the first president of the Stevens Student Chapter of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA).
Student Research Spotlight - Nicole Zuck, Stevens Institute of Technology, PhD Candidate in Coastal Engineering | Going Coastal
December 8, 2021 Where does the sand go after beach nourishment? In this episode of Going Coastal, your co-hosts Marissa and Jon talk with Nicole Zuck, a PhD candidate at Stevens Institute of Technology. Hear how Nicole’s initial interest in geology has helped frame the way she approaches coastal engineering.
Professional Development Series - Transitioning to the real world | Going Coastal
November 9, 2021 Don't miss the latest episode from the ASBPA S&P! In this episode of Going Coastal, Amanda Tritinger, PhD and Laura Verderame, PhD join co-hosts Jon and Heather to discuss transitioning from the comforts of grad school life to the relative unknown of the real world. Amanda, is a Research Hydraulic Engineer at US Army Corps of Engineers Engineering Research and Development Center and Laura is a Catastrophe Risk Research Analyst at Guy Carpenter.
Coastal Policy and Planning - Sea Grant Knauss Fellowship | Going Coastal
October 12, 2021 One of the best federal fellowships in the Nation! In this episode of Going Coastal, Mr. Hank Hodde joins co-hosts Heather and Marissa to discuss the Sea Grant Knauss Fellowship and his road to a career in coastal policy and planning. Hank Hodde is a Sustainability and Resiliency Coordinator for Pinellas County in Florida and a former Knauss Fellow. The 2023 Knauss Fellowship application window is now open and closes in February 2022.
What's In Store for the 2021 ASBPA National Coastal Conference? | Going Coastal
September 15, 2021 Get your sneak peak of this year's conference here! In this episode of Going Coastal, Mr. Gordon Thomson and Dr. Katie Brutsché join your co-hosts Marissa and Jon to discuss the upcoming 2021 ASBPA National Coastal Conference.
Student Research Spotlight - Matthew Janssen, Stevens Institute of Technology, PhD Candidate in Coastal Engineering | Going Coastal
August 19, 2021 What is it like being a PhD coastal student? In this episode of Going Coastal, your co-hosts Marissa and Heather talk with Matthew Janssen, a PhD candidate at Stevens Institute of Technology. Matthew has been in the program for four years, and took a rather circuitous route to get to where he is now. Learn more about Matt’s PhD research topic, his experiences before and during his time in the program, and what his plans are for the future.
Eastbound lanes on LIE near Willis Avenue closed after crash
by: Marissa Torres, Kristine Garcia Posted: Jun 18, 2021 / 09:45 AM EDT / Updated: Jun 18, 2021 / 09:58 AM EDT NEW YORK — Eastbound lanes on the Long Island Expressway were temporarily closed off following a crash Friday morning. The incident occurred near Exit 37 by Willis Avenue around the 9 a.m. hour. A truck appeared to be involved in the crash, video from a traffic camera shows.
A celebration of culture with 'Ballet Hispanico'
After 50 years of fulfilling its mission of bringing access, diversity and inclusion to the arts, “Ballet Hispanico” has been named one of America’s cultural treasures by the Ford Foundation. The incredible distinction will help the company make a greater impact on its community. For Hispanic Heritage Month, “Ballet Hispanico” has found ways to bring people together to celebrate. Marissa Torres got a preview to find out what to expect during this year’s event.
Bus fire causes major traffic delays on I-78 in Union, New Jersey
UNION, New Jersey — A bus was completely engulfed in flames on I-78 in New Jersey Thursday morning, causing major traffic delays during rush hour. The fire shut down the eastbound express lanes of I-78 near Exit 48 in Union. One local lane is also blocked and traffic is backed up in both directions. Video from AIR11 showed firefighters had extinguished the flames as of 7:30 a.m., but the bus was still smoldering.
Truck collision on George Washington Bridge causing major traffic delays
NEW JERSEY — An apparent collision between two tractor trailers on the New Jersey-bound side of the George Washington Bridge early Monday is still causing traffic delays into the morning commute. AIR 11 was over the scene Monday morning, showing the extensive backup above. Initially, all lanes of traffic on the upper level of the outbound side of the bridge were closed early Monday.
Bachata Academy: A lesson in culture
NEW YORK — The Bachata Academy is an immersive program for Bachata and other kinds of music indigenous to the Dominican Republic. It is the first and only bachata music program in the world. The Bachata Academy has 50 full-time students, ages 7 to 19, who each attend daily classes in guitar, bass, voice, and percussion. In collaboration with DREAM Project’s Montessori School, the Bachata Academy runs an early music development program for 40 pre-school students ages 3 to 6.
Godiva opens first cafe in NYC
NEW YORK — Godiva is looking to go beyond its boxes of chocolate, but it’s still a chocolate lover’s dream come true! Marissa takes Betty and Dan to New York’s Godiva Café where they try some sweet treats, including the “croiffle,” which is half croissant and half waffle with loads of chocolate! New York’s Godiva Café is now open to the public at 560 Lexington Ave.
Tips for avoiding holiday debt this gift-giving season
Please enable Javascript to watch this video NEW YORK — If you were aghast at how much you spent on holiday gifts when the credit card bills arrived last January, now is the time to start thinking about how to avoid a repeat performance. Even though it feels painfully early to start thinking about the holidays, starting now will give you plenty of time to budget, build a shopping fund and do a little early shopping so after New Years you’ll hardly have a bill to pay.
East Harlem dance group, Keep Rising to the Top, to hold performances over the weekend
Please enable Javascript to watch this video Violeta Galagarza, a fixture in the East Harlem community, is prepping to celebrate nearly three decades of making kids safer by providing them an alternative to the streets through her dance group: Keep Rising to the Top. The group is celebrating their anniversary with two fundraising performances at City College on Friday and Saturday.
‘Mom care’ event offers a special evening dedicated to celebrating mothers
There is so much focus and resources on child care but very little on self-care for mothers. What is “mom care”? Why is it so important? How do you even implement it into your daily life? That is why Athleta and Momsome have teamed up to bring a special evening dedicated to the celebration of mom’s and their care.
Candytopia interactive exhibit opens in NYC
NEW YORK — Candyland is coming to life as Candytopia opens today! The Candytopia Interactive Exhibit takes you on a sweet escape through a series of interactive art installations in over a dozen environments. The sweet sanctuary was curated by Hollywood Candy Queen Jackie Sorkin and celebrates the bright colors and flavors of sweet treats. Candytopia is located at 145 West 32nd Street between Sixth and Seventh Avenues and is open until Nov. 15.
Doggie makeover: Special treatment for a dog looking for her forever home
NEW YORK — Sometimes life can be a little ruff for dogs waiting to be adopted. Selena the dog, who was rescued from a puppy mill in Missouri just weeks ago, received some special treatment to let her feel better and look better before finding her forever family. PIX11 joined Selena and North Shore Animal League as she got a makeover at D-Pet Hotels in Chelsea, a full service dog spa.
Bendix Diner’s blind inspiration
Please enable Javascript to watch this video NEW JERSEY — It’s not everyday you can get your breakfast with a side of inspiration. PIX11 visited Bendix Diner to meet with John Diakakis, the blind waiter who has inspired many. Diakakis, who has been blind since birth didn’t always have it easy, but he didn’t let it stop him from working at the New Jersey diner his family owns. He has been able to maneuver through the restaurant and makes all his customers feel at home.
New York Bully Crew on the front lines to save pets
One in seven households in New York City have dogs — roughly nearly half a million canine companions across all five boroughs. However, not all of them live in a loving home and that’s where the New York Bully Crew steps in. This group of pet first responders is on the front lines of life and death. So far this year, the New York Bully Crew has rescued 15 dogs. A small team of dedicated staff and volunteers keep this Long Island-based non-profit shelter running seven days a week.
Most popular baby names of 2017
Oh baby! The top baby names of 2017 are here. BabyCenter released their list of the most popular names of the year; Sophia tops the list as the most popular girl name for the eighth consecutive year, while Jackson holds the top spot for the fifth year in a row. Some honorable mentions that got a boost this year, included names of rappers, basketball champions, and Disney characters: Kendrick and Chance - names of two rappers - saw a spike in popularity this year.
Marissa shares her recipes for holiday drinks
Please enable Javascript to watch this video Marissa shares her recipe for holiday drinks. First Drink: Marissa's Special Nog Ingredients: Egg Nog Ginger Ale Directions: Mix in the Egg Nog and Ginger Ale (amounts based on your liking) and serve! Second Drink: Cranberry Cocktails Ingredients: Seltzer Water Vodka Cranberry Simple Syrup (or Cranberry Juice) Lemon Wedge for garnish Directions: Pour in a small amount of the Cranberry Simple Syrup. Add in the vodka with an amount to your liking.
Fall fashion fixes
Please enable Javascript to watch this video Transitioning your clothes rom summer to fall doesn’t need to put a dent in your wallet. Tiffany Yanetta of Racked.com showed PIX11’s Marissa Torres some budget friendly ways to transition your summer wardrobe into the fall and how to update your winter looks with a few tricks that will help you save even more money!
PIX11’s Marissa Torres turns her baby bump into art
This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Our mommy to be is just six days away from her due date! In her pregnancy series, PIX11’s Marissa Torres has tackled finances, fashion, fitness and food, now she’s turning her bump into two pieces of art.
PIX11’s Marissa Torres turns her baby bump into art
Our mommy to be is just six days away from her due date! In her pregnancy series, PIX11’s Marissa Torres has tackled finances, fashion, fitness and food, now she’s turning her bump into two pieces of art. Marissa first enlisted in the help of Mollie Bollers, owner and founder of Hoboken’s Women’s Wellness, where belly casting is a popular request from moms-to-be. It’s the perfect way to celebrate a pregnancy. Not only is it fun but it’s also safe and easy.
Nibble and Squeak brings together parents, toddlers and NYC’s delicious food scene
Becoming a parent is a memorable milestone and in just seven days, PIX11 traffic anchor Marissa Torres’ life will change forever when she welcomes her first baby! Having a baby doesn’t have to mean giving up life as you know it. What if we told you there was a way to enjoy a nice meal in the city and not have to hire a babysitter. It’s all thanks to New York City’s newest dining club, Nibble and Squeak, created just a few years ago by Melissa Elders.
18th annual New York Taste kicks off Tuesday
The 18th annual New York Taste kicks off Tuesday night in Manhattan. Come meet more than forty world renowned chefs from across the city and sample some of their most popular dishes. The event is November 1 from 6-9 p.m. at The Waterfront in Manhattan. The event is by ticket only, for more information click here.
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