Our International Exchange Department requires one part-time bilingual secretary for our office. He/She must be native Mandarin with excellent English competence （better with Japanese）. We ask for 8 hours a week （from Monday to Saturday）, and working schedule is negotiable. However, English corners are arranged on Thursdays, and therefore we need you to be on site from 3pm to 5pm. Attractive salary and good benefits package. including chances to exchange to foreign countries, are offered to junior and senior year students with excellent secretarial skills, the ability to communicate, an outgoing personality and a strong sense of responsibility.
Please hand in applications with photo, and email to uniied@gmail.com, or call 400-800-100 during office hours to get further information.
International Exchange Department
Advanced Math Teaching Assistants in Need
The Mathematics Department is looking for two Advanced Math teaching assistants. The job is mainly to help freshmen students to deal with math assignments and projects, as well as prepare them for final exams in Week 16.
We hope those applying for the position could meet the following requirements. First, it's necessary for the applicants to be skilled at math. Second, he/she should have at least 2 As in math-related courses with GPA no less than 4.0. Third, the job asks for excellence in both professional skills and patience.
For those who are interested in the position, please send your resume to unimd@gmail.com before September 15th.
Dr. Jessica Smith
Mathematics Department
Part-time Job Recruitment
Technology Support Department lacks several assistants to work at its help desk.
Contents: A customer service job—answering questions, helping people solve their computer problems, providing basic teaching to new users, elc.
Requirement: The Advanced Computer Test certificate; good interpersonal skills; enthusiasm. Work hours:
from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.
early mornings (6 a.m-9 am.): 2 persons; mornings (9 a.m.- 12 a.m.): 1 person afternoons (12 p.m.- 6 pm): (full)
evenings (6 p.m. - 11 p.m.): (full)
late nights: (11 p.m.-2 a.m.): 2 persons; weekends: 3 persons
If you are interested, please come to Luking Library 2F (East Side) Room 213 and fill in the forms. An interview will be arranged afterwards. New position for the next semester will be released in December.
Mr. Luke Johnson
Technology Support Department
1. If you get the position as a secretary, you____.| A．have to assist in English comer |
| B．have a tight schedule during the week |
| C．have the chance to be an exchange student in foreign universities anytime during university |
| D．must be a native English speaker who can speak fluent Chinese |
| A．Because the interview is challenging. |
| B．Because applicants have to fill in complicated forms. |
| C．Because applicants have to work irregular hours. |
| D．Because you have to help other people all the time. |
| A．The advertisements can be found on the school website. |
| B．Call for further information of math teaching assistants before September 15th. |
| C．More job vacancies in the Mathematics Department will be available in December. |
| D．The International Exchange Department needs a communicative and responsible secretary. |
2 . Best musicals and shows in London’s West End
Thriller-Live
See Thriller-Live, a musical in memory of Michael Jackson and the J acksons. The show joined London’s West End after three UK tours and popularity across Europe. Celebrate the career of the King of Pop during non-stop hits at this top London theatre show.
Prices from £32.72
The Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famous musical, The Phantom of the Opera, tells the tale of a shadowy character who attempts to make Christina the leading lady of the Paris Opera. With a fantastic plot and breathtaking scene, this long- running show is one of the must-see musicals in London.
Prices: from £30.75
The Book of Mormon
This comedy musical follows the plight of a pair of teenage Mormon missionaries sent to convert a village in a dangerous part of Uganda. The brainchild of South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, The Book of Mormon has won nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Prices: from £24.60
Matilda The Musical
Be wowed by the Royal Shakespeare Company’s multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical. Roald Dahl’s celebrated story bursts into life in this West End musical by Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin. Children and adults alike will be delighted by the little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
Prices: from £24.00
1. What is The Phantom of the Opera special for?
| A．Its attractive story. | B．Its beautiful songs. |
| C．Its excellent costumes. | D．Its experienced actors. |
| A．Thriller-Live | B．Matilda The Musical |
| C．The Book of Mormon | D．The Phantom of the Opera |
| A．Evaluate musicals. | B．Criticize musicals. |
| C．Analyze musicals. | D．Advertise musicals. |
3 . Auckland University Online Education — What to Expect
Most Auckland University (AU) online programs are 100 percent online so that students do not come to the school campus. Instead, AU has designed a media-rich, easy-to-use learning environment through a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Discipline
With disciplined work habits, you are likely to succeed as an online student. It is up to you to log on to your course and meet your own deadlines.
• Time Management
In order to earn competitive grades, plan on spending a minimum of 20-25 hours a week on each course. AU courses operate on a seven-week schedule, with start dates in January, March, May, July, September and November. Students are able to complete two courses per semester by taking one seven-week course at a time.
• Professional Connections
Many of the AU faculty who teach online have connections to industry, so the online learning environment ensures access to diverse expertise and practice. It includes an extensive network of professionals in a variety of industries.
“I work as an IT manager. And right from the very beginning, every class I took was relevant to what I was doing at work. The wide range of courses gave me a strong foundation for my career development.”
— Jim Heilman, Computer Information Systems graduate
• Technology
It goes without saying that technology plays a vital role in online learning. You will need a high-speed Internet connection and basic computer skills. For specifics, please click here to visit our Technology page.
1. How long does it take to complete one course?| A．Seven weeks. | B．One semester. |
| C．Several months. | D．At least 20-25 hours. |
| A．To recognize an excellent graduate. |
| B．To set a good example to other learners. |
| C．To prove benefits of professional connections. |
| D．To show effective methods of online learning. |
| A．A course brochure. | B．A college website. |
| C．An academic magazine. | D．A local newspaper. |
4 . Family Fun
Not only is Buffalo family-friendly, we’re also family-fun! If you have yet to pack the car, here are four activities to plan for your next family adventure in Buffalo.
Animal House
Take a walk on the wild side and visit with our animal friends! You can have some facetime with river otters (水獭) at the Buffalo Zoo. Get up close and personal with animals on a tour at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure, and develop your child’s sense of wonder at Tifft Nature Preserve, a place that’s great for bird-watching. And don’t leave town without a visit to the Aquarium of Niagara to see the penguins (企鹅)!
Make a Splash
Buffalo is surrounded by water and plenty of chances to make a splash. Head to Canalside and ride on a water bike or take a sunset tour on the Miss Buffalo II. Have fun in the water park at Fantasy Island or jump on a Whirlpool Jet Boat or a Niagara Jet Adventure tour for a wild ride on the Niagara River. Welcome to our water world.
Hands-On Experiences
Throw the textbooks aside and introduce your little explorers to hands-on experiences. Raise a future paleontologist (古生物学者) with a visit to Penn Dixie where the kids can dig for fossils (化石). Head to East Aurora where learning feels like play at Explore & More Children’s Museum.
Make History
There’s plenty to inspire the imagination of the history lovers in your family on a trip to Buffalo. Appreciate art at the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum. Pick up a souvenir at the Kazoo Factory Museum or experience life in the 19th century at the Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village. It’s time to make history in Buffalo!
1. What is the best place for bird-watching?| A．Make a Splash. | B．Tifft Nature Preserve. |
| C．Hands-On Experiences. | D．Aquarium of Niagara. |
| A．Learn about the history of Buffalo. | B．Watch penguins and river otters. |
| C．Dig for fossils | D．Play in the water. |
| A．They are for animal lovers. |
| B．They offer museum visits to kids. |
| C．They are closely related to kids’ textbooks. |
| D．They can buy souvenirs. |
brownbagdc Book Chat If you are an adult, you can sign up for the club. Join in the conversation at least once a month! This Twitter book club meets every Wednesday of the month at lunchtime to compare notes with library staff (工作人员) on what you’re reading. Whether you love it or hate it, we want to know. The meetings are held from 12 noon until 1p.m. at #brownbagdc@dcpl. | Short Story Reading Group for Writers Author Ingrid Anders reads a short story aloud and encourages a discussion about the story. The stories include American and international classic ones. No preparation is required. Register (注册) here so that we can prepare a printed copy of the story for you. Ages 18+ |
Palisades Library Book Club The Palisades Book Club has meetings at Georgetown Neighborhood Library. This club is for middle school students and meets once a month on the third Tuesday. The club reads many kinds of fiction (小说) and nonfiction and sometimes poems and plays are read. Everyone makes suggestions, and the club chooses the books by group talks. For more information, call the library at 202-282-3139. | Francis Gregory Children’s Book Club This book club meets once a month and is designed for children who are 7 and up. Join us for a friendly relaxing afternoon as we briefly discuss the book chosen for the month and then watch a film based on the book. You don’t have to read the book ahead of time as we will make copies for everyone who is there. Different kinds of books are chosen. For questions, call 202-698-3873. |
1. After joining #brownbagdc Book Chat, what do you need to do?
| A．Share what you read every month. | B．Visit some library staff in person. |
| C．Attend a monthly meeting at a library. | D．Join in a conversation every Wednesday. |
| A．Read short stories for others. | B．Write short stories for discussion. |
| C．Help readers prepare for activities. | D．Encourage members to write stories. |
| A．The clubs are open to people of all ages. |
| B．The clubs meet at least once a month. |
| C．Before the meetings, members are required to finish reading a book. |
| D．All the clubs can be got in touch with by phone. |
6 . Various cultural activities always take place on campus in springy March. This year, the Office of Student Affairs is going to organize the South and Southeast Asian Cultural Festival to present cultures of these two regions across the board---the opening ceremony, food and cultural booths, talks and workshops, and many others. Don’t be spoilt for choice!
Local South and Southeast Asian Market
The Cultural Square will be transformed into a local market where diverse South and Southeast Asian cultures meet. Visitors can taste local food, meet the locals and experience some local ways of life, so remember to drop into this wonderful marketplace!
Date:6&7 March 2019（Wednesday&Thursday）
Time:12:00-14:30
Venue: Cultural Square, Main Campus
Tofu Making Workshop
Soft or firm, salty or sweet, steamed or fried, tofu is well-known for its nice taste and good nutrition. It plays an important role in East Asian and Southeast Asian food culture, so we may well have eaten it, but do you know how it is made? Here comes a chance for you to try your hand at making this widely enjoyed food!
Date:10 March 2019(Sunday)
Time:15:00-16:30
Venue Room 201B, 2/F WS Centre
Fee: $ 100
An Introduction to Dandiya Raas
Dandiya Rass, a traditional folk dance of India, is associated with scenes of Holi, which is a famous spring festival known as the festival of colors. At this workshop, our Indian students will introduce the dance to the participants by dancing together and feel the soul of their unique music culture.
Date:13 March 2019(Wednesday)
Time:18:30-20:30
Venue: Room 502, WFY Building
Quota:20(First come, first served )
Thai Loy Krathong Festival
Loy Krathong, or Water Lantern Festival, is a widely celebrated occasion in Thailand where people pray for good things for the year ahead. In this workshop, participants can try their hand at making their own krathong under the guidance of Thai students !
Date:14 March 2019(Thursday)
Time:18:30-20:30
Venue :L-LOUNGE,3/F YIA
Quota :20(First come, first served )
1. These activities above are aimed to___________.| A．introduce several traditional festivals |
| B．pray for good things for the coming year |
| C．spread cultures of some Asian countries |
| D．promote exchanges of some local dances |
| A．Tofu Making Workshop |
| B．Thai Loy Krathong Festival |
| C．An Introduction to Dandiya Raas |
| D．Local South and Southeast Asian Market |
| A．All the cultural activities are accessible free of charge. |
| B．All the activities don't limit the number of participants. |
| C．Loy Krathong is held to express thanks to the ancestors. |
| D．Dandiya Raas is linked with scenes of the well-known festival Holi. |
Hours: Part time
Salary : ￡11.12p/h
A teaching assistant is needed to start on 3rd August 2013. He or she will provide the students and teachers with appropriate support in the classroom. Secondary school experience preferred.
For further details please telephone Mrs. Caryl Lewis, Headteacher on 736524 or email her at cl@ recruitment.com.
Lunchtime assistant
Hours: Part time
Salary: ￡9.28p/h
We’re looking for someone to assist with the lunchtime routine, take care of pre-school children at mealtimes, and get the room ready for afternoon activities.
Anybody interested in this position please call Joanne Walton on 734229 or email her at stmarks@lapetiteecole.com.
Days per week: 5(Monday-Friday)
Working hours: 10:30am-2pm
Food section manager
Hours: Full time
Salary: Negotiable
Marks and Spencer needs a food section manager to start immediately. The ideal candidate must have experience within the food business, excellent communication and organisational skills coupled with the ability to manage the staff. Duties will include responsibilities for opening and closing the store, and providing the customers with up-to-date knowledge of products and services, Benefits include staff discount card.
You can contact Linda Hodgson by sending an email to lindahodgson@sandpiperci.com.
Shop assistant
Hours: Part time
Salary: Negotiable
The ideal candidate must have excellent customer service skills, be friendly and outgoing and have an eye for details.
Previous experience is an advantage, however, full training will be provided. Able to work as a member of a team. Must be able to speak and understand English.
You can apply for this position by emailing Sue Milroy at paris@jacksclothing.com.
Days per week: 5(Monday to Saturday with one day off during the week)
1. If you want to work in a nursery school, you should contact ______.| A．Linda Hodgson | B．Caryl Lewis |
| C．Joanne Walton | D．Sue Milroy |
| A．can take great care of kids | B．has an eye for details |
| C．has secondary school experience | D．can manage the staff members |
| A．One can get in contact by e-mail. | B．One has to work five days a week. |
| C．They require fluent English. | D．They are paid by the hour. |
8 . Smart Home Products for Living a Connected Life
What makes something a smart home product? Generally, it’s defined by its ability to connect to a Wi-Fi network, allowing users to interact（互动）with it from their smartphones.We’ve rounded up some cool, diverse offerings that you’ll love to have in your home.
Nest Cam IQ
walmart.com
$299.00
The Nest Cam IQ is a beautifully designed home security camera that can recognize faces. It can warn you if there’s a stranger in your home. The device also supports two-way communication via built-in microphones and a powerful speaker.
Logitech Harmony Elite
amazon.com
$249.99
The Logitech Harmony Elite is one of the best universal remote controls available on the market. It can control just about every piece of electronics you own（it supports over 270，000 devices！）in every room of your house or apartment, including TVs，streaming devices, and sound systems.
Apple HomePod
bhphotovideo.com
$349.00
The Apple HomePod has better audio quality than any other smart speaker available today. Available in white or space gray, the Siri-powered device also allows you to control a number of devices with your voice.
August Smart Lock Pro
amazon.com
$279.99
The August Smart Lock Pro is compatible（兼容的）with most locks. A mobile app allows you to manage access to the lock, check its usage history, and get informed when someone opens the door. You can control it and check on the state of your door with voice commands.
1. What can the Nest Cam IQ help you do？| A．Properly use your smartphone camera |
| B．Control electronics with your voice. |
| C．Check the locks of your house. |
| D．Keep your home safe. |
| A．Nest Cam IQ. |
| B．Apple HomePod. |
| C．August Smart Lock Pro. |
| D．Logitech Harmony Elite. |
| A．Technology. |
| B．News. |
| C．Society. |
| D．Education. |
9 . Do you need useful and interesting books? Here we’ve got plenty for you.
Successful Fishermen
Fishing is a healthy hobby. You can enjoy fresh air when you go fishing in the countryside. This book will teach you how to choose fishing places and how to make good fishing rods(竿) easily. Many kinds of fishing skills are shown in the book. Read it and you will become a more successful fisherman.
Best Learners
This book can give you the answers to the questions most often asked by parents, teachers and students themselves. Read this book and learn:
•What the three difficulties in study are and how to deal with them.
•What to do if you are not interested in a subject you are studying.
•Twentysix simple exercises to help you study easily and fast.
You will get more from this book. For younger students, you can buy Learn in Study for Beginners. It is easier to understand.
How to Keep Pets
A pet can be our best friend. Do you have pets in your house? Are they in good shape? This book not only offers you many colorful pictures of lovely pets, but also provides you with the knowledge about:
•How to choose right pets for yourself.
•How to build houses or nests(窝) for your pets.
•How to feed the pets and how to keep them clean.
Buy this book and you will learn more.
We have many other books on sale. For more information enter www. knowbetter com. If you buy two or more books at a time, you’ll get 10% off.
1. If you buy and read Successful Fishermen, you will________.| A．go to the countryside |
| B．know how to cook fish |
| C．learn how to choose fishing places |
| D．know where to buy fishing rods |
| A．call the writer | B．go to the shop |
| C．ask the clerk | D．search the Internet |
| A．tell people how to keep pets |
| B．increase sales of the books |
| C．buy useful and interesting books |
| D．teach students to study easily and fast |
10 . While smartphones stand accused of a variety of crimes, these pocket computers can certainly be a force for good. Your phone is always with you, making it the perfect device to push you into a more beneficial way of living. Here are some of the best apps that can help.
Habitica
Habitica turns the goal of forming good habits into a game, with its own characters and scoring. It’s a lot of fun，and the app also lets you build habits with friends and family. In addition to regular repeating habits, you can add a more general to-do list, and the rewards you get can be customized too — you could treat yourself to a meal out or an extra hour of games.
Smoke Free
If you’ve got a specific habit in mind，then you’ll usually find specific apps to help, like Smoke Free. If you’re determined to give up smoking, then this is one of the most comprehensive apps for giving you that extra push you need to make a permanent change. The app offers a host of useful features for people wanting to go smoke-free ： The ability to see your progress over time，charts showing how your health is improving，day-by-day encouragement， and some advice on techniques for giving up smoking.
MyFitnessPal
You can find a ton of health and fitness apps for your phone, but MyFitnessPal stands out not just because it is easy to use, but because it makes practical suggestions for you. It can take in a host of data, from the calories (卡路里)you’re taking in to the number of swims you’re doing per week, and offer reports on calorie consumption and macronutrient (大量营养素） breakdown.
1. What can Habitica help you to do?| A．Win a tough game. | B．Start a lasting friendship. |
| C．Find a fancy restaurant. | D．Develop a pleasant habit. |
| A．The freedom to smoke. | B．The ability to make progress. |
| C．Advice on how to quit smoking. | D．Charts about your excellent health. |
| A．They’re cheap. | B．They’re practical. |
| C．They’re free. | D．They’re interesting. |
