EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY
Experience
THE DIFFERENCE
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s you’re ready to start your college journey, you’ve found yourself in the midst of strange times in our world. You’ve watched history unfold over the last several months as an unprecedented crisis has swept the globe. You’ve found yourself in a restless culture eager for social change. The world around you may feel unsteady, but college is a once-in-a-lifetime experience to figure out your place in that world. At East Tennessee State University, you’ll find the resources of a large university with the community feel of a much smaller school. You’ll find a place that cares about you, helps you discover your passion, and equips you for success. Today’s ETSU students will be the difference of the future.
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People gave me chances to channel my excitement and channel my influence and use it for good. JAYLEN MALIK GRIMES // DECEMBER 2019 GRADUATE EXERCISE SCIENCE / HOMECOMING KING 2019
BE TH
DIF
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FFERENCE The Difference
LOCATION MAKES
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ife in Johnson City is the ultimate college town experience. The mountains call you to outdoor adventure—unlimited hiking and rafting, anyone? And down-home city life offers shopping, eating, and entertainment just minutes away.
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THE
ETSU LIFE Get Ready for the
EXPERIENCE of a LIFETIME
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ou know college is about much more than the classroom and studying. Get involved on campus, get connected in this new community, and experience the time of your life. Whether joining a student organization, participating in campus recreation or Esports, or just unplugging with friends—there are opportunities every day to make this four amazing years.
Living on Campus Take your college experience to the max by living on campus. It’s convenient and affordable, and you’ll bond with new friends to live the college life together. Housing assignments are on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Clubs, organizations, and initiatives help you develop your passion. To a large extent, you shape who you’re going to be for the rest of your life during these college years. AAMIR SHAIKH // MAY 2020 GRADUATE HEALTH SCIENCES / 2019-20 SGA PRESIDENT
Student
ORGANIZATIONS W
hatever your interests, there’s a place to plug in here. Choose from hundreds of student organizations to discover and grow your passions— Hobbies. Professional and academic pursuits. Faith. Community service. Social life. Wherever you land, you’ll break out of your comfort zone, find your inner leader, and make lasting friendships.
Collegiate ESPORTS
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lay the most popular games in the industry and train and compete in a state-of-the-art arena. You’ll work with a nationally recognized coaching staff and explore career fields like social media marketing and video editing. You’ll get Bucs team gear, and there are even scholarship opportunities.
Campus
RECREATION
When ETSU’s Video Game Clubs and Buctainment hosted the first ever Buccaneer Brawl, it ended up being the largest Smash Brothers Ultimate Tournament the state of Tennessee had ever seen. We had so much fun we’re making it an annual event!
Greek life is one place to find friendship, service, and leadership development. Brotherhood or sisterhood gives you a support system for your growth as a student and as a person.
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ave fun, stay fit, and get connected through campus recreation. With inclusive and diverse recreational programs, facilities, and resources, ETSU promotes a lifelong pursuit of wellness. Explore Aquatics, Fitness & Wellness, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, and Outdoor Adventure.
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YOUR FIRST YEAR AS A BUCCANEER W
e want to get your college experience started off right. The Office of New Student & Family Programs welcomes freshmen and their families and helps you transition to the ETSU community. Our programs connect you to resources, promote academic success, and introduce you to campus life. You’ll quickly find you’re part of the Buccaneer family!
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If someone had told me the kind of person I would be today four years ago, I would have said there was a mistake. ETSU helped me find my voice and my second family.
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SARAH HAMILTON // MAY 2020 GRADUATE / DOUBLE-MAJOR IN BIOLOGY AND SPANISH / PREVIEW AND ORIENTATION LEADER
Preview
& ORIENTATION N
ew Student Orientation is your one-ofa-kind opportunity to kick off your four years as a Buc. POLO leaders will guide the way and give you the inside scoop on student life at ETSU. Meet with an academic advisor to register for classes and begin planning your educational path. Attend Preview to move into your residence hall early, make new friends, and get a sneak peak at all the ways to get involved on campus.
MORE THAN YOU CAN POSSIBLY DO IN FOUR YEARS. The fun starts on move-in day and keeps going non-stop—Preview, Bucky’s Back to School Bash, and Homecoming, then Pridewalk and Unityfest. And to top it off—first-class entertainment acts like Judah and the Lion and Juicy J.
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LET’S GO On game day at ETSU, blue and gold spirit ignites the campus. And with this many winning teams, it’s sports season all year long.
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ETSU has been the perfect experience for me. As a studentathlete, I’ve been able to continue playing the sport I love. As a microbiology major, I have had the privilege of attending classes beside the most intelligent students on campus, and receiving guidance from faculty who are truly invested in my future success. ANDREW “AJ” ROBBINS // MAY 2020 GRADUATE / MEN’S SOCCER
19 Teams NCAA Division I Southern Conference
Women
Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track & Field Triathlon Volleyball
Men
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Soccer Tennis Track & Field
UCS! Our student-athletes excel in the classroom, too. The Bucs placed 262 student-athletes on the 201920 Southern Conference Honor Roll. A record-setting 62 ETSU student-athletes accounted for the Buccaneers’ 79 total selections— the second-highest number in the conference—on the SoCon Spring All-Academic list.
In 2020, the men’s basketball team captured the SoCon championship for the eighth time, earning a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
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YOUR
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nearly 15,000 students from 71 countries and 46 states
150+ academic
15:1 student-
programs
faculty ratio
250+ student
A Best Southeastern College, Princeton Review
organizations
300+ cost-effective pathways to study abroad in more than 50 countries
R CAREER PATH
STARTS HERE A
t ETSU, our community of scholars includes students with all kinds of professional interests. Whether you know the major you want to pursue or plan to begin college as an exploratory student, the quality and variety of academic programs available at ETSU ensure you’ll find your passion here. Whatever your life goals, there’s a path here that takes you there.
COLLEGE OF
Arts AND Sciences | PAGE 12 COLLEGE OF
Business AND Technology PAGE 13
ETSU Health | PAGE 14 COLLEGE OF
Public Health | PAGE 15
CHECK OUT THE FOLLOWING PAGES TO EXPLORE ALL THE POSSIBILITIES.
COLLEGE OF
Nursing | PAGE 16 COLLEGE OF
Clinical AND Rehabilitative Health Sciences | PAGE 17 Clemmer COLLEGE | PAGE 18
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College of
ARTS & SCIENCES
Think. Act.
Get ready for TOMORROW’S JOBS.
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osting the majority of general education courses at ETSU, the College of Arts and Sciences touches the life of every undergraduate student. Leadership development and teamwork are central to learning that emphasizes communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Arts & Sciences majors range from anthropology to math to theatre—and everything in between. Whether you’re preparing for the workplace or graduate school, you’ll be equipped to think and to achieve for culture-shaping impact.
Take the Stage. With the Fall 2020 opening of the new Martin Center for the Arts, ETSU will showcase the talent of our incredible student and faculty artists.
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College of
BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
Internships and Employment These are just a few of the places you’ll find our students and alumni:
Disney Google Denso Eastman Chemical Ballad Health Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Northwestern Mutual DHL Supply Chain Enterprise Ernst & Young PricewaterhouseCoopers
Collaborate. Innovate.
Envision yourself on the LEADING EDGE.
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xperiential learning is foundational for all programs in the College of Business and Technology. You’ll master academic fundamentals while applying that knowledge in a rapidly-changing business and technology marketplace. The College’s dedicated Career Services Office equips you with resources, coaching, and connections for success, and the results speak for themselves.
How’d they do that? ETSU graduates from the Digital Media program have been part of high profile projects like Thor: Ragnarok, The Last Jedi, World of Warcraft, and Halo.
On-the-job training. Student interns work at various sites with DHL Supply Chain and then travel to the Columbus, Ohio, headquarters to present for the CEO and other leaders. DHL, like many other companies, often transitions ETSU interns to full-time employees.
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ETSU HEALTH Educating the Healthcare Workforce of the FUTURE
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TSU Health, the university’s academic health sciences center, offers a robust combination of academic programs and patient-care facilities that elevate interprofessional experience in healthcare education. As a student, you’ll grow as a critical thinker and problem-solver as you develop diagnostic and treatment skills and practice essential collaboration for comprehensive care. The graduate-level colleges include the Quillen College of Medicine and the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, along with undergraduate programs in the College of Clinical and Rehabilitative Health Sciences, the College of Nursing, and the College of Public Health.
4,000+
ETSU Health students
40+ health
sciences programs
One of only 130 academic health sciences centers in the country
215k+ Patient
visits per year
Preparing for Grad School?
The Medical Professions Advisement (MPA) program is designed for driven students who want to distinguish themselves as graduate school candidates in health professions. This service is available to all students and offered through the College of Arts & Sciences, which houses undergraduate majors such as biology and chemistry.
College of
PUBLIC HEALTH
Programs in the College of Public Health are:
Student-Centered A high level of student-faculty interaction allows for personal attention and enhances hands-on involvement.
Community-Focused Through a wide range of active programs, we have a long history of keeping the public in public health.
Real-World Tested We’re in ongoing communication with alumni, field preceptors, employers, and public health leaders to be sure students are prepared for the job market of today and the future.
Advancing
the COMMON GOOD
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hile many of our undergraduates pursue graduate degrees in the medical, dental, optometry, physical therapy, pharmacy, occupational therapy, and speechlanguage pathology fields, there are also countless aspects of being healthy that don’t take place in a doctor’s office, hospital, or clinic. If you pursue a career in public health, you’ll be prepared to tackle some of the world’s biggest healthcare challenges that affect society at large. Imagine yourself working in outbreak investigations, disaster response, environmental protection, global health, behavioral change programs, clinical trials, or healthcare administration—and imagine the difference you can make.
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College of
NURSING
Leading the WAY A
s the largest nursing program in Tennessee, we promote compassionate, evidence-based care to positively impact lives across our region. The ETSU College of Nursing applies innovation in the classroom and integrates technology for high-touch learning experiences. As a community of scholars, we collaborate through research, interprofessional learning, and community service. In the ETSU College of Nursing, excellence is a way of life.
THE COLLEGE OF NURSING’S STATE-OF-THE-ART SIMULATION/SKILLS LAB provides lifelike practice to complement clinical experiences. ETSU manages seven clinics that serve residents of the Northeast Tennessee region and offer hands-on experience for nursing students.
College of
CLINICAL & REHABILITATIVE HEALTH SCIENCES
Moving PEOPLE FORWARD E
TSU’s College of Clinical and Rehabilitative Health Sciences is trusted across our region, state, and nation for providing top allied health professionals in some of the fastest-growing and highest demand health-related programs. Our dedicated faculty and staff bring real-life experiences and collaborative interprofessional training into the classroom and clinical setting to enhance your learning outcomes. You’ll be ready for a career in allied health or rehabilitation or prepared for graduate-level education.
PILOT ‘CODE BLUE’ SIMULATION. Students and faculty from several ETSU Health programs conduct a code blue simulation in a state-ofthe-art skills simulation lab, located in ETSU’s Interprofessional Education and Research Center. This kind of lifelike scenario is essential hands-on training for our future physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and respiratory therapists.
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CLEMMER
College
Shaping the
Next GENERATION
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or careers in teaching, exercise science, sports, counseling, and leadership, Clemmer prepares you as a culture-shaper for the future. Perhaps you’re pursuing established roles in education, human services, or sports. Or maybe you have dreams for innovating systems, advocating for at-risk populations, leading in cutting-edge arenas such as Esports, or expanding education and human potential in out-of-the box ways. Through comprehensive academic study paired with field placements, internships, and firsthand guidance from our community partners, you’ll be ready to chart your own path.
ETSU was founded in 1911 as a teachers’ college, and our institution has more than a century of experience in preparing educators for the classroom.
Discover opportunities for research and professional development in our K-12 laboratory school and Centers of Excellence in Community College Leadership, Early Childhood Learning & Development, Mathematics & Science Education, and Sport Science & Coach Education.
Ready to Choose
your FIELD OF STUDY?
Majors
If not, that’s okay, too. As you start exploring all the possibilities, you’re sure to discover your passion here.
Concentrations are listed in parentheses ( ). Program offerings may change. Find the latest information at catalog.etsu.edu.
Accountancy, B.B.A.
General Studies, B.G.S.
Rehabilitative Health Sciences, B.S.
Surveying and Mapping Science, B.S.
Allied Health, B.S. (Allied Health Leadership)
Geosciences, B.S. (Geography, Geology and Environment, Geospatial Science, Paleontology)
Social Work, B.S.W.
Theatre, B.A. (Acting, Design/ Production, General Theatre, Musical Theatre)
Anthropology, B.A. Applied Science, B.A.S. (Culinary Leadership, Industrial Leadership, Professional Development) Art, B.A. (Art History, Studio Art) Art, B.F.A. (Studio Art) Biology, B.S. (Biochemistry, Biology Track, Interdisciplinary Biology Track, Secondary Education) Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Studies, B.A. Cardiopulmonary Science, B.S. Chemistry, B.S. (ACS Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Physics, Chemistry) Communication Studies, B.A., B.S. Computing, B.S. (Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Modern Networks, Information Systems, Information Technology) Criminal Justice and Criminology, B.A., B.S. Dental Hygiene. B.S.D.H. (Traditional and Online) Digital Media, B.S. (Digital Animation, Digital Game Design, Digital Visual Effects, Digital Visualization) Early Childhood Development, B.S. (Early Care & Education, Pre-K) Economics, B.A. (No Concentration, International Commerce) Economics, B.B.A. (Business Economics, Financial Economics, General Business)
Graphic Design, B.F.A. Health Administration, B.S. Health Sciences, B.S. Human Services, B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies, B.S. Interior Architecture, B.S. International Affairs, B.A. Kinesiology, B.S. (Exercise Science, Physical Education K-12) Management, B.B.A. (General Management, Human Resources Management, International Business, Legal Studies, Logistics/Supply Chain Management) Marketing, B.B.A. (Fashion Marketing & Merchandising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Management) Mathematics, B.S. (Computational Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Science, Mathematics Education, Statistics) Media & Communication, B.A., B.S. Microbiology, B.S. Music, B.A. (See catalog for 6 concentrations) Music, B.M. (See catalog for 6 concentrations) Nursing, B.S.N. Nutrition, B.S. Pharmacy Studies, B.S.
Engineering Technology, B.S. (Biomedical Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Product Development)
Philosophy, B.A., B.S. (Justice, Ethics & Law, Philosophy, Philosophy & Religious Studies)
English, B.A. (Nonteaching, Teaching) Environmental Health, B.S. (Environmental Health Practices) Finance, B.B.A. (Banking, Corporate Finance & Investments, Real Estate) Foreign Languages, B.A. (German, Spanish)
Special Education, B.S. Sport and Leisure Management, B.S. (Park & Recreation Management, Sport Management)
History, B.A., B.S.
Elementary Education, B.S.E.D.
Engineering, TTU-ETSU Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Sociology, B.A., B.S.
Physics, B.S. Political Science, B.A., B.S. Professional Studies, B.S. (Information Technology, Organizational Leadership) Psychology, B.A., B.S. (Child Psychology, Clinical Psychological Sciences, General Psychology, Health Professions) Public Health, B.S. (Community Health) Radiologic Science, B.S.
Minors Accountancy Advertising Africana Studies Allied Health American Sign Language Anthropology Appalachian Studies Archaeology Art History Art Astronomy Biology Bluegrass, Old-time, and Country Music Studies Chemistry China Studies Classical Studies Clinical Exercise Science Coaching Communication Studies Communicative Disorders Computing Creative Writing Criminal Justice and Criminology Culture and Health Dance Digital Marketing Digital Media Early Childhood Development Early Childhood Emergent Inquiry Economics Educational Foundations Emergency/Disaster Response Management English Entrepreneurship Environmental Health Environmental Studies Epidemiology Family Studies Film and Media Studies Finance French General Business Geographic Information Systems Geography Geology German Global Health and Development
Health Administration Health Sciences Heritage Interpretation and Museum Studies History Human Development and Learning Humanities International Affairs Japanese Journalism Leadership Studies Legal Studies Linguistics Management Marketing Mathematics Merchandising Microbiology Military Science Program Music Old-Time Music Paleontology Park and Recreation Management Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Public Administration Public Health Radio-TV-Film Religious Studies Safety Scottish and Irish Traditional Music Secondary Education: Non-Licensure Secondary Education: Teacher Preparation Social Work Sociology Spanish for the Professions Spanish Special Education Sport Management Statistics Storytelling Technical Writing Technology Theatre Women’s Studies
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STILL DECIDING
ON YOUR MAJOR? Y
ou’ll be in good company! There’s plenty of time to choose your field of study, and your freshman year is a great time to explore your options. Our staff and faculty are here to support you on your journey from undecided major to the career track that’s right for you.
THE UNIVERSITY ADVISEMENT CENTER (UAC) provides academic, career, and personal counseling for undeclared majors and for students required to complete Learning Support. You’ll regularly meet with your advisor for an interactive process of working together toward your career and academic goals.
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At ETSU, you aren’t just a number. If you reach out, all your teachers, no matter where you are in your educational path, will help you. They want to see you walk across that stage just as much, if not even more, than you do. LUISA CARVAJAL // 2019 GRADUATE / NURSING
Continuing
your EDUCATION AT ETSU
The Center for Academic Achievement (CFAA) offers free individual tutoring in writing, math, science, many general education core courses, and select upper-level courses.
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It’s never too late to pursue a college degree and advance your career potential. ETSU’s Division of Cross-Disciplinary Studies offers options for traditional, off-campus, and online classes, giving you optimal flexibility and support for going back to school.
WHATEVER YOU STUDY,
EXPAND YOUR
EDUCATIONAL HORIZONS HERE.
Go Global S
tudy Abroad is open to all ETSU students and offers you 300+ cost-effective programs in more than 50 countries. These life-changing experiences foster international perspective within our ever-globalizing world.
Honors College I
n this community of scholars, students engage in a dynamic curriculum, undergraduate research, and a variety of transformative academic programs. You’ll connect to other high-achieving peers and have the option to be part of the Honors Living and Learning Community. Scholarships are awarded competitively.
Is Grad School in your FUTURE?
ETSU’s College of Graduate and Continuing Studies gives you the option to seamlessly continue your education through 120 graduate and professional degree options. Our accelerated bachelor’s-to-master’s program sets you on the fast-track to your master’s degree.
The Roan Scholars Leadership Program is a premier scholarship experience challenging and inspiring students through out-of-theclassroom experiences.
38+ Accelerated bachelor’sto-master’s options
72 Online graduate program options 21
Your Path to ETSU
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our education is an investment in yourself, and your four-year degree is more affordable than you might think. Let your designated financial aid counselor guide you in making sure you access all the financial assistance available to you.
Cost
Tuition for full year
In-state
Housing for full year
Total for full year
$9,870 $8,938 $18,808
Out-of-state (KY, VA, NC, SC, GA)
$10,500
$8,938
$19,438
Out-of-state
$13,500
$8,938
$22,438
* Estimated tuition based on 15 credit hours each semester. This does not include course fees, which vary based on classes you choose.
Guaranteed In-State Scholarships
When you apply for admission to ETSU by March 1, you are automatically considered for an academic scholarship. If you meet the GPA and ACT/SAT score, we will notify you of your award.
In-State Academic Performance Scholarships Scholarship Type
ACT/SAT
GPA
Award
Presidential
30/1360
3.9
$5,000
Provost
27/1260
3.5
$4,000
Dean’s
26/1230
3.5
$3,000
Faculty
25/1200
3.5
$2,000
Faculty
22/1100
4.0
$2,000
LEARN MORE AT etsu.edu/cost
ETSU Promise Plus
ETSU Promise Plus is a scholarship for first-time, full-time freshmen eligible for the Tennessee Education Lottery (HOPE) Scholarship and the maximum Pell Grant. Unlike any other promise scholarships available to Tennessee residents, ETSU Promise Plus provides last-dollar tuition assistance, program services fees, and more.
In-State Tuition for Border Counties Residents of the following border counties are eligible for the in-state tuition rate and may be considered for ETSU’s in-state scholarships. Learn more at etsu.edu/border. North Carolina: Ashe, Avery, Haywood, Madison, Mitchell, Watauga, Yancey Virginia: Grayson, Lee, Scott, Washington
Scholarships are available which offer the in-state tuition rate to out-of-state students. Creative Arts Scholarship, STEM Scholarships, Fine & Performing Arts, Honors-in-Discipline, Midway Honors Scholars, and more!
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Even More Scholarship Opportunities
All students are encouraged to complete the general University Scholarship application. Based on your area of study, college and departmental scholarships may be available. Visit etsu.edu/scholarships to explore the possibilities.
92% of students receive
financial assistance
46% of students
graduate without student debt
ETSU awarded $33 million in institutional aid for 2019-20.
Let’s Get Started APPLYING TO ETSU IS QUICK AND EASY. Complete the online application and submit the $25 application fee at etsu.edu/admissions. Submit your official high school transcript reflecting final junior year grades. Submit your ACT or SAT score. The average enrolling student has a 3.6 GPA and a 24 ACT. First-year applicants must have a minimum 2.3 GPA or a 19 ACT/990 SAT. For more details and guidance, visit www.etsu.edu/admissions.
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