"The World Is Flat" (8-31)

I have joined the student life committee at the Highland Lakes Campus at OCC. An interesting topic of note (which I will give the exact date when it comes in) includes the month of November when I will conduct a speech/presentation in front of the panel. The topic will cover Thomas Friedman's book, The World Is Flat.

The key ideas that will be covered will be based on the agenda that is agreed upon before the panel. Those on the committee are trying to get members with qualifications that will help maintain relevant input on the discussion. The group may consist of a member of Brooks Patterson office, banker or business executive, teacher, and community member.

I have some time to read over the book and prepare so my game plan will be ready before then. If anyone wishes to participate or be a spectator let me know because I would love to see you there!

Best to all, -John Ott

P.S. I'll have some interesting questions for the person who represents Brooks Paterson if Paterson himself doesn't show up!

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*All manifestation of projects that promote outside learning at OCC Highland Lakes had been canned 2 weeks after original post. (Sad isn't it?) Otherwise up until today (3-4) I've been busy with school work, driving, and educational duties.

TGS 2006 "New Theme May Spell Success" (8-29)

So what's the word for the coming of the Q4 2006 of Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft? "New Excitement. New Sensations. A New Generation." With consoles not just for gaming anymore it will be interesting to see what the show has in store for the future of technology.

Sony: Will Blu-Ray be showcased? Will the tilt-sensitive controls still the show along with 20+ games announced?

Nintendo: Will the Wii wow those at the show? What does Nintendo's trademark franchises have in store for the competition.

Microsoft: Will the lower cost of next-gen slide the fight of winning sales in their direction? Will the 360 have a list of Japanese titles to define what the system can do?

Portable
PSP: Will the new sleek design be showcased to replace the 2005 model?

DS: Can Nintendo WI-FI and tuner software be the key to get even more interested in this immensely popular handheld?

With about 2000 available booths it will clearly be the year of excitement.

http://tgs.cesa.or.jp/english/

Best to all, -John Ott

Tribute To Gamers Everywhere (8-1)

Yes my Internet is down once again, I have not been able to post anything at home. Although at my cousin's house, I had found a video that I wanted fellow video gamer players to see.

If any of you have played Resident Evil before then it is understandable that the game is designed to keep the player on the edge of their seat. The game was meant not to "scare" in a permanent sense but rather for the moment.

This may seem as though I am calling out only Resident Evil fans, but be assured this video is also for anyone that has ever been scared of a video game.

This video is in Japanese audio with English subtitles.

The video contains strong language so view at your own discretion!

Enjoy!

Best to all, -John Ott

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCTKIqfmiWo&search