Study Abroad Programs
- CHID SUMMER PROGRAM IN ICELAND
CHID in Iceland, June 22nd - August 11th, 2009.
Fact: This is the best time in recent history to visit Iceland. If you have ever thought about going to Iceland this is the time to do it. It will not be this inexpensive again.
Fact: The University of Washington offers one of the only international programs to Iceland that incorporates, science, art, and philosophy.
Fact: You can earn 12 credits over the summer including VLPA, I&S, and NW requirements!
Fact: The Iceland trip will circumnavigate the whole island. You will get to know the most remote parts of Iceland as well as the most cosmopolitan.
Fact: there are a few spots still open in the program.
Apply soon! Application deadline: Friday, March 27th, 2009.
This will be the time of your life.
For more information,
contact Philip Thurtle at: thurtle@u.washington.edu
Or visit the CHID web site at: http://depts.washington.edu/chid/showprogram.php?id=69
See you in Iceland!
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- STUDY ABROAD IN AMSTERDAM THIS SUMMER
Study abroad in Amsterdam with the UW Honors Program and the University of Amsterdam. Open to all undergraduate and graduate students.
Public Lives and Private Places: Urban Research in Amsterdam, Summer 2009
July 24th - August 22nd, 2009
15 credits (12 summer, 3 spring quarter)
Honors Core, VLPA, I&S, or English credits
Other credits may be possible
Application Deadline (extended): March 27th, 2009
The Honors Program invites students to apply for this innovative summer study abroad program based in one of Europe's most progressive and oldest cities. This four-week study abroad opportunity, based on a preparatory spring seminar, is open to all undergraduate and graduate students in the humanities and social sciences; a variety of disciplinary perspectives are encouraged. The 2009 Honors in Amsterdam program is organized around student research, taking as its primary task a productive balance between structured research and international engagement on the part of its participants.
For more information and to apply, go to: http://depts.washington.edu/uwhonors/international/amsterdam/
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Winter Break Cambodia Study Abroad Program -
"After the Genocide: Rebuilding a Civil Society"
Program dates:
December 13th - January 1st, 2009
Application deadline: Friday, April 10th, 2009
Participate in a small group learning experience that will change your world view. Escape the Seattle rain and cold in December and visit community organizations doing exciting work to improve the welfare of Cambodians. Learn about the long delayed war crimes tribunal. Hear from garment workers about their work environ as they sew the clothes you wear. Visit one of the wonders of the world, the temples of Angkor Wat. Ride a "tuk-tuk."
Between 1975 and 1979, an estimated 2 million Cambodians died due to starvation, disease, forced labor, torture and genocide. The next decade was marked by the overthrow of the Khmer Rouge, an invasion by Vietnam, the signing of the Paris Peace Accords in 1991, and the arrival of the United Nations Transitional Authority (UNTAC). Cambodia continues to undergo massive reconstruction in an effort to rehabilitate and revitalize their people, culture, and economy. The country remains one of the poorest in the world and is still experiencing the multiple legacies of genocide, civil war, and colonization. It’s easy to lose sight of Cambodia’s rich heritage which dates back to early settlements over 6,000 years ago and the glory of Angkor Wat, built between 802 and 1432 and designated one of the wonders of the world.
This seminar will immerse students in the realities of a country rebuilding itself as a civil society after colonization and genocide. We will focus on the issues that social welfare workers and policy makers face in addressing past atrocities while adapting to the new challenges of today. Topics include, for example, the genocide tribunal, supporting a traumatized generation that experiences high rates of post traumatic stress disorder, the growing garment industry and Cambodia’s participation in the WTO, human trafficking, and land grabbing. Many of these themes are not unique to Cambodia, but broadly applicable to other countries developing in a global context.
Program information is available at: http://depts.washington.edu/sswweb/programs/cambodia/.
Please feel free to email the program director, Tracy Harachi, Associate Professor, at tharachi@u.washington.edu if you have any questions.
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Info Sessions
- PEACE CORPS INFORMATION SESSIONS
Tuesday, March 31st at 5:00pm - 6:00pm in the lobby of Career Services, 134 Mary Gates Hall
Thursday, April 16th from 5:00pm - 6:00pm in HUB 209A
Did you know that the University of Washington was recently named the number
one school for the number of alumni currently serving in the Peace Corps?
Service and an international perspective are two core values that make the
UW a great place to learn, work, and grow, but after graduating, as the
Peace Corps promos always say, where do you want to go? As the current Peace Corps Representative
here at the UW, my job is to share my experience as a Peace Corps Volunteer
in Belize with those who know they are going to join, those who have
considered it as one option, and those who are just a little curious. I'm
also a current graduate student participating in a program that has allowed
me to earn my Masters degree in conjunction with my Peace Corps service, so
if you've ever thought of your next step in life as Peace Corps vs. Graduate
School, I can tell you how to do both!
My office is located in Mary Gates Hall in the Center for Career Services
and I hold office hours Tuesday and Thursday from 11am to 3pm, but can be
reached at pcorps@u.washington.edu or by phone at 206-616-5801 to schedule a
meeting. I also hold General Information Meetings a couple of times a
quarter where you can come to view a short video, get an overview of the
Peace Corps, and get some questions answered.
In service,
Shella Biallas
UW Peace Corps Campus Representative
Served: Belize 2006-2008,
Small Business Development
pcorps@u.washington.edu
Center for Career Services
134 Mary Gates Hall, Box 352810
206.543.0535
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Fellowships/ Scholarships/ Grants
- FUNDING FOR STUDENTS WHO VOLUNTEER, ARE IN SERVICE- FOCUSED PRACTICUMS OR IN STUDENT TEACHING
Are you a UW student (Undergraduate or Graduate) who:
- Is volunteering or is interested in volunteering with a non-profit community organization? (ie. mentoring, stream restoration, tutoring, volunteer recruitment, etc)
- Is involved in a non-paid practicum with a non-profit community organization? (could be through teaching, nursing, counseling, EMT, social work...)
- Is student teaching at a Title 1 institution, Special Education, ESL/Bilingual Education, or Math and Science Education school?
- Has a community service work-study position?
- Is in a Service-Learning course connected with community volunteer work?
- Has any sort of unpaid commitment to a non-profit or government agency whose mission is to serve the community?
If so, you could be earning hours towards an Educational Award of $1,000 - $2,362.50 with the Students in Service AmeriCorps program, coordinated by the Carlson Center in 120 Mary Gates Hall. Students can enroll in a 300, 450, or 900 hour term of service and have 1-2 years to complete this term. Enrollment in Students in Service is on-going all year until we reach capacity... 40 slots are available for 2008-2009.
For more information, please visit the website at: http://depts.washington.edu/leader/studentsinservice/
or email: inserve@u.washington.edu.
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- FULBRIGHT PROGRAM - INFO SESSIONS APRIL 7 & 22
Are you currently a junior, senior, recent graduate or graduate student looking for a fully-funded study-abroad experience during the 2010-11 academic year? Consider the Fulbright US Student Program.
This program is designed to give students, artists, and other professionals opportunities to pursue research, graduate study or English teaching experience in over 155 nations worldwide. The application cycle for the 2010-2011 Fulbright U.S. Student competition will open on May 1, 2009 . The campus deadline for applications is September 23, 2009 .
To be eligible, you must be: 1) A U.S. citizen, · International students interested in the Fulbright Program must apply through the binational Fulbright Commissions/Foundations or U.S. Embassies. These offices process all Foreign Student Program applications. Additional information is available at: http://www.foreign.fulbrightonline.org/home.html . 2) A graduating senior or hold a B.S./B.A. degree, master's or doctoral degree candidate, or a young professional or artist, 3) Thinking of studying, teaching or conducting research abroad, and 4) In good health.
Attend an upcoming information session to learn about the Fulbright U.S. Student program and how to apply:
- Tuesday, April 7, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m., Sieg Hall Auditorium, room 134
- Wednesday, April 22, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m., Sieg Hall Auditorium, room 134
Please RSVP for one of these sessions, and register your interest in applying for the Fulbright at: http://catalysttools.washington.edu/survey/scholarq/36305.
PROGRAM DETAILS * Awards grants to U.S. citizens in all fields of study. * Awards approximately 1,500 grants for travel to over 155 countries worldwide. * Offers one academic year of study, research, or teaching assistantship experience. Projects may include university course work, independent library or field research, or professional training in the arts. * Preference is given to candidates who have not had extensive recent experience abroad (excluding undergraduate study abroad) in the country of application.
Fulbright Program Advisors at UW for undergraduate students or recently graduated students:
Robin Chang, robinc@u.washington.edu, 120 Mary Gates Hall
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- RONALD E. MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program prepares undergraduates for doctoral study through involvement in research and scholarly activities (this includes a minimum $2,800 research stipend).
For more information please go to: http://depts.washington.edu/uwmcnair/about.htm.
You will find the online application in printable PDF in: http://depts.washington.edu/uwmcnair/index.htm.
Application deadline: Friday, April 24th, 2009.
In order to apply for the McNair Program, you must meet the following eligibility criteria, set by the U.S. Department of Education. Because this is a federally funded program, these are strict requirements.
To be eligible, you:
· must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
· must be a low-income student who is also a first-generation college student (for detailed descriptions, click on the links); or must be a member of a group that is underrepresented in graduate education (African American, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Hispanic/Latino, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander)
· must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate in a degree program at the UW*
· must have completed 36 credits by the time of initial entry into the program
· must have at least one year remaining before graduation (i.e., if you are graduating within the year, you are not eligible for the program)
· must have a minimum cumulative GPA of: 2.8 (sophomores), 3.0 (juniors), 3.2 (seniors)
· must express STRONG desire to attain a Ph.D.**
*Post-baccalaureate students and students who already have one bachelors degree are not eligible for the program.
**Students whose career goals include a medical (MD) or other professional degree (JD, MBA, PharmD, etc.) are not eligible for the program.
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- SOCIAL JUSTICE TUESDAY LECTURE: DR. SANDRA STEINGRABER
The Environment on Women's Health
Tuesday, March 31st, 2009, 12:30-1:20pm
Room 133, Law Building
Lunch provided. RSVP to spangler@u.washington.edu.
The talk is cosponsored by Greenlaw, Students for Reproductive Justice, and the Student Health Law Organization.
Sandra Steingraber, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert on the environmental links to cancer and reproductive health. Steingraber’s highly acclaimed book, Living Downstream: An Ecologist Looks at Cancer and the Environment, is one of the first to present cancer as a human rights issue. In 1997, Steingraber was named a Ms. Magazine Woman of the Year. In 1998, she received from the Jenifer Altman foundation the first annual Altman Award for “the inspiring and poetic use of science to elucidate the causes of cancer,” and from the New England chapter of the American Medical Writers Association, the Will Solimene Award for “excellence in medical communication.” In 1999, the Sierra Club heralded Steingraber as “the new Rachel Carson.” And in 2001, Carson’s own alma mater, Chatham College, selected Steingraber to receive its biennial Rachel Carson Leadership Award.
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Courses
- POL S 438: POLITICS IN FRANCE
Pol S 438: Politics in France (5 credits)
Tuesday, Thursday
9:30-11:20am
Instructor: Sebastien Lazardeux
Location: MGH 389
W-course
SLN: 16939
There are a number of stereotypes about France: people work little and strike incessantly; French citizens resent immigrants; bureaucrats rule the country; the health care system is socialized; French people do not like Americans. In this survey course on French politics, you will not only find out whether these stereotypes are true, but also learn about the main characteristics of the French political system: its institutions, it actors, and its social, economic and foreign policies. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to complete writing assignments that develops your research and analytical skills. Prior knowledge of French is not required.
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- CEP 489 - SURVEY OF COMMUNITY SERVICE
CEP 498 - Survey of Community Service (2 credits, Cr/NC)
Th 3:30 - 5 (with biweekly field trips on Fri 1:30-5:30)
Supervising Faculty: Professor Mark Purcell
Location: Gould 440
Students from Community, Environment and Planning program are hosting an interdisciplinary seminar class for spring quarter, and we are inviting students from all over the campus to join us.
The course will examine various aspects of Community Service by inviting guest speakers from five different fields and going on biweekly active field trips to help the local communities in Seattle area. Five carefully chosen themes will be used to survey the wide spectrum of community service, and guest speakers from each field will join our seminar classes to supplement us with their insightful experiences and academic expertise. Professor Mark Purcell from College of Built Environment will supervise the course to stimulate students' intellectual challenges and provide guidance for reflections of each topics.
The five themes are:
Community Service (Guest speaker: Jim Diers)
Environment (Guest speaker: Rodney Pond from Restoration Ecology Network)
Food (Guest speaker: Teresa Mares)
Housing/Homelessness (Guest speaker: Racheal Kleit, pending)
Education (Jenee Myers)
Biweekly active field trips are also planned for each themes, and these opportunities will serve as a bridge between academic learning and personal reflection.
All students from all disciplines are welcome to join us for this adventure!
For additional information or questions please email the course coordinator (bman2901@u.washington.edu)
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Internships
- INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE IN SENATOR MARIA CANTWELL'S SEATTLE OFFICE
An internship in the office of Senator Cantwell offers individuals an opportunity to serve the public through the federal government. Throughout the year, the internship programs in offices throughout Washington State allow students to work directly with congressional aides and get an inside view of the way a Congressional office operates. Internships develop professional skills and offer students the opportunity to explore future careers in public service.
In the State offices, interns have the opportunity to work directly with the public and staff members and will learn firsthand about the constituent advocacy process. Responsibilities include fielding constituent requests, communication with federal government agencies, extensive research and interaction with the public and local groups. Interns may attend briefings with concerned citizens and organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be motivated, organized, and able to work in a team setting. Internships are open to students of any degree program. Responsibility and flexibility are key qualifications as well as an interest in writing, research and interfacing with the public.
PROGRAM OUTLINE: Internships are available throughout the year and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Commitments based on school schedules, either semester or quarter, can be accommodated. Internships are unpaid, but available for school credit, if approved by the college/university. Hours and schedule are negotiable, but a regular weekly schedule must be arranged.
REQUIREMENTS: For consideration, please contact, the intern supervisor. The application requires a cover letter, resume, a one-page writing sample detailing why you are interested in working with Senator Cantwell and two letters of recommendation. Acceptable letters might come from professors, former teachers, employers or community members who know the applicant.
No deadline for applications to the Seattle office. The deadline for applications to the DC office is listed in following newsletter item.
For additional information, please contact the internship coordinator:
Office of U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell
Attn: Internship Coordinator
Jackson Federal Building
915 Second Ave., Suite 3206
Seattle, WA 98174
(206) 220-6400 phone
(206) 220-6404 fax
intern_coordinator@cantwell.senate.gov
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- UPCOMING DEADLINES FOR SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
Senator Patty Murray
Application deadline for summer quarter: March 30th, 2009
For more information on applying, see: http://murray.senate.gov/internship/index.cfm
Senator Maria Cantwell
Application deadline for summer quarter: April 18th, 2009
For more information on applying, see: http://cantwell.senate.gov/services/intern.cfm
World Affairs Council
Application deadline for summer quarter: April 30th, 2009
For more information on applying, see: http://www.world-affairs.org/intern_opportunities.html
The Defender Association
Application deadline for summer quarter: June 10th, 2009
For more information on applying, see: http://www.defender.org/jobs/invintern
More internships are available on the Political Science Internship page at: http://www.polisci.washington.edu/Undergraduate/Internships/internships.html.
Please note that some organizations have deadlines and some accept applications on a rolling basis.
Questions about the application process, internship duties, etc., should be directed to the organization to which you are applying.
Questions about receiving Pol S credit for an internship should be sent to: polsadvc@u.washington.edu.
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Other
- BE AN AUTUMN 2009 TRIG LEADER
Serve the university and new transfer students by becoming a Peer Instructor for the Transfer and Returning Student Interest Group (TRIG) Program.
TRIG Program Mission
The TRIG program is intended to provide a supportive structure
where students will be challenged to discover ways to become integrated into
the new UW environment and see the practical application of many UW
resources and services in light of their own past experience and future
goals.
Goals
1) Students will feel supported and learn to evaluate their reaction to
transition and maximize the support resources available to them through the
UW and the communities they are a part of.
2) Students will learn about the many intellectual, cultural, and social
opportunities that are uniquely available to them at UW.
3) Students will understand the purpose of higher education and the unique
mission of a research institution.
4) Students will learn ways in which the UW can help meet their own
individualized goals and the expectations and goals that the UW has for all
students.
5) Students will become familiar with the campus and local environment.
What is a TRIG?
TRIGs provide experienced college students who are transferring or returning to school at the University of Washington with an opportunity to become quickly acquainted with campus resources, to develop a learning community, and to learn about a particular major or area of study. TRIGs are offered only in Autumn Quarter and are reserved for first-quarter transfer and returning students.
In addition to signing up for the associated academic course, TRIG students will take GEN ST 199, The University Community, a weekly two-credit, non-graded (CR/NC) seminar. In the GEN ST 199 class, students are introduced to campus programs, resources, and opportunities, such as the libraries, the Center for Career Services, the Gateway Center, the HUB, the computer centers, internships, and of course departmental information. TRIG students meet once a week in a 50-minute section that is lead by a Peer Instructor.
What are Peer Instructors and what's the commitment?
Peer Instructors gain and hone their leadership, public speaking, group facilitation, and teaching skills. Peer Instructors are trained Spring Quarter by enrolling in a 3-credit course (C/NC), GEN ST 470- Undergraduate Peer Instructor Practicum. The spring training will be set according to the availability of the majority of peer instructors. There is some preparation needed over the summer to prepare for class in the fall. In Fall Quarter, Peer Instructors will meet once a week with their TRIG class and once a week for with the coordinator and other Peer Instructors of the TRIG Program. Peer Instructors will receive 3 more credits of GEN ST 470 in the fall, totaling 6 credits for the total experience.
This is a unique opportunity for undergraduates at UW to assume a leadership role and it is a great way to learn more about your department and to share that knowledge with others. It also promises you both an invaluable chance to learn about teaching and is a great experience to have for your resume or graduate school applications.
Who is eligible? How do I apply?
This opportunity is reserved for Pol S majors who transferred to UW from a community college or another university.
If you have questions and/or you want to apply please contact Steve Oliver at 206-616-7260 or soliver@u.washington.edu as soon as possible.
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- SPECIAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMIC SEMINAR - THE OBAMA PRESIDENCY: THE FIRST 100 DAYS
The Washington Center is proud to host a unique program, led by Ross K. Baker, Ph.D. This special academic seminar will give select students an opportunity to study, hear, and question members of Congress, the media, party activists and advocacy representatives on the state of the 44th presidency. Join us for the experience of a lifetime. In particular, this five-day program will examine what various constituencies in Washington are thinking, writing, and saying about the first few months of the new administration. Focus will be on the media, foreign policy and domestic experts, Congress, and representatives from the executive branch.
Program dates are May 17-22, 2009.
Academic Standards
The seminar is taught as a course, equivalent to 2-3 credit hours with a minimum of 25-30 contact hours for the week. Faculty Leaders complete a written evaluation and recommend a grade that is sent to each student's home institution. Evaluation is based upon attendance, participation in large and small group sessions, demonstration of completion of assigned readings, quality of written assignments (structured journal and interview report or essay), and demonstrated effort to achieve established academic and professional learning objectives commensurate with each student's level. Actual credit and grades are awarded by a student's home institution through each campus/faculty liaison. The Washington Center itself does not grant academic credit.
Eligibility
A Washington Center campus liaison or a faculty sponsor who agrees to receive a student's seminar evaluation must approve the application. Students are not required to receive credit, but the program is structured in a way that requires all students to fully participate and to complete all assignments, regardless of their credit arrangements. Participants must be at least 18 years of age to live in Washington Center housing.
Deadline for applications: April 15th, 2009. The application is online. Space is limited, so we encourage participants to apply by the early deadline of March 31, 2009. Often we are able to place students on a waiting list if the program is filled. If the deadline has passed, e-mail us at seminars@twc.edu or call The Washington Center at (800) 486-8921 to see if space is available.
For more information, visit the web site at: http://www.obama100.org/first_100_days.
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- SLINK STUDENT BOARD POSITION OPENING FOR SPRING 2009
The Social Science Link is seeking new members for Spring. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved with academic advisers, and connect with students in similar disciplines. The position requires attending a weekly meeting with advisers and the student board, to promote academic exploration of ideas, get students connected with faculty members and disciplines, as well as the resources available to them here at UW. Board participants are asked to share ideas, help at events such as our faculty panel discussions, and contribute posts to the SLink blog
(www.socialsciencelink.wordpress.com). We are seeking committed, willing students, excited about being connected to a learning community.
If you are interested, please fill out the attached application and submit to RM 309 of the Art Building. Email Liz Copland at enc5@u.washington.edu for more information.
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- SPRING QUARTER WORKSHOPS AT THE COUNSELING CENTER
Follow this link (http://depts.washington.edu/counsels/services/groupc/groupc.html) to see a complete schedule of our workshops for next quarter.
The Counseling Center is offering a workshop entitled, "Transitioning to Your First Year on the Job," which would be a good referral for students who are feeling anxious or uncertain about their next step after graduation. Additional information about this workshop can be found at the link listed above.
Finally, next quarter the Center will be piloting a new, 6-week counseling group focused on career and life planning. The group is targeted at seniors who would like some additional guidance in the areas of decision-making, self-knowledge, and planning for the future.
For additional details, please contact Kate Nelson at ken2@u.washington.edu.
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The Sisterhood of Pi Nu Iota would like to invite you to join us in advocating and promoting children's literacy this coming April 2009.
"ONE PAGE AT A TIME"
"One Page At A Time" is a screening for an original documentary on the project of children's literacy in Seattle. In our desire to increase awareness on this issue, and promote it to the public, we entirely produced the film using our own resources and with the support of the University of Washington, and would love you to come learn about children's literacy, and possibly donate to the cause. The event will be held on April 8, 2009, Wednesday, from 6:30-7:30PM at the University of Washington Allen Library Auditorium.
Facebook event invite: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=54712999038&ref=ts
4TH ANNUAL LITERACY LAPS
We will also be holding the 4th Annual Literacy Laps, which is a walk-/jog-a-thon to raise funds and collect books for the children's literacy programs of Friends of the Children (FOTC) of King County, and FilStar, the youth program of the Filipino Community Center. For the past three years we've successfully raised money to build a library and purchase books for children for FOTC, JumpStart, and this year, for FilStar. Your presence here would mean a lot not only to us, but to them as well! Literacy Laps will be held on April 25, 2009, Saturday, from 1-4PM at the Cleveland High School Playfield in Seattle.
Facebook event invite: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=51917008041&ref=ts
Contact Pi Nu Iota at: ates@u.washington.edu or visit the website at: http://www.pinuiota.com/philanthropy.html.
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