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Football is more than just a game for business administration major Isaiah Moak. The 19 year old has been playing since the age of six. Moak has devoted much of his life to the sport and plans to continue his devotion for as long as he can, with his eyes set on playing in the NFL. Moak has also played many
The Hudson Valley Community College Foundation has redesigned their scholarship database and launched a new website, Academic Works, for students to search and apply for $350,000 worth of scholarships. The Foundation has also taken steps to aid students with the scholarship application process with multiple workshops before the Foundation scholarship application deadline on March 16, 2018. The new initiative is the product of months of work by Scholarships and Operations Coordinator, Kimberly Berry. Berry provided an insight into the administrative side of the new website, as well as the opportunities it presents for current and future students. For the Foundation’s interface, Berry is greeted upon signin with the college’s statistical data and scholarship matches for each student, based on their general application. “Every single day the entire student files system is sent [to the Academic Works website], and I can see it immediately,” Berry said. Exploring the interface, Berry states, “Some of these stats are how many students have applied and are accepted to the college, how many students are College in High School applicants and how
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other sports including wrestling, baseball and basketball. He’s a graduate of Averill Park, and he started his football career at the division three school, Alfred University. Moak wanted to attend a division one school and decided his only chance was to attend a community college and earn a scholarship. This master plan of his worked. Just recently, Moak signed an intent to play for Rhode Island University, a division one school, having earned the opportunity this past year. Moak plays for Hudson Valley as a linebacker and is number 45 on the field. Moak tied for the ranking of 18th in the country for total tackles having 98. 52 of which were solo tackles. He also ranked 13th in the country for tackles for less with 17. Moak finished the season with six sacks
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Isaiah Moak, men’s football player, smiling for the camera while taking a well deserved water break.
and two forced fumbles. Moak said that he arrived at his decision to attend Rhode Island University because he fell in love with the school. He is changing his major to business man-
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By: Nick Fisk Staff Writer Hudson Valley recently received a $25,000 investment from Cypress Creek Renewables, a national provider of solar energy, who also revealed their plans for an extended partnership for the area during their presentation in late January. Cypress Creek is a proclaimed “leader in local solar” throughout the nation. It specializes in creating and maintaining solar farms, or large flat fields of solar panels, to harvest as much usable solar energy as possible. To help their goals, they also look to
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Transfer Advisor Visit: Siena College 10:00 am – 2:30 pm Siek Campus Center, Room 290 Transfer Information Table: Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Siek Campus Center, first floor lobby NYS Poetry Out Loud Capital Region Competition 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Bulmer Telecommunications Center Auditorium Mindfulness Meditation 11:00 am – 11:30 am Wellness Center, Siek Campus Center Suite 270 Transfer Information Table: Grand Canyon University 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Siek Campus Center, first floor lobby Transfer Advisor Visit: The College of Saint Rose 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Siek Campus Center, Room 290 Campus Visit Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Siek Campus Center, Room 204
Four members named to All-New York Academic Team
Four Hudson Valley students have been honored for their academic achievements, leadership and community service by being named to the USA Today Phi Theta Kappa All-New York Academic Team. Jennifer Edwards, Melissa Kern, Inesa Pengu and Nathanael Savasta were recently named to the honor society. They will be recognized, along with members from other community colleges in the state, at a ceremony at the New York State Museum in Albany on March 6. After 20 years of not being in school, Edwards, an early education major, was nervous sitting in a classroom again for the first time, but that her work ethic and inner drive gave her the ability to balance school and home life and led her to achieve this special honor, she said. “With six busy children, there were times where I thought
that I was insane to even try college at my age, and [I was] definitely considered throwing in the towel a few times, but I really do want to teach, and a degree is the path to do this,” Edwards said. Edwards recommends the Writing and Research Center as a valuable tool for students. She is excited for the opportunity to celebrate her accomplishments at the ceremony in March. Melissa Kern, a liberal arts and science: humanities and social science major, said she was nominated for the honor by her math professor, who was impressed by her success both in the classroom and in the Learning Assistance Center, where she helped fellow classmates. Kern advises other students to stay dedicated, to take advantage of the resources available to them on campus and to manage their time well. “I have a 4.0 GPA, in addition to being out of academia since 2006, when I graduated high school, and [I] am a wife
and mother of two,” Kern said. “Time management is key, along with developing solid study habits and utilizing the LAC and science center for help.” Kern was inspired by her children and hopes to pursue a degree in biotechnology, epidemiology and pathology, she said. Engineering science major Inesa Pengu said she is proud and grateful to be acknowledged for the accomplishments that led to her acceptance into Phi Theta Kappa. She encourages every student to apply for the honor. “I am sure each student has different qualifications that make [him or her] special, and I urge everyone to apply because you never know what you have to offer that makes you special,” Pengu said. Pengu led a campaign that raised public awareness for the need of quality drinking water in some areas, which included water testing, adding to her qualifications for the honor. She looks forward to attending the ceremony
at the NYS Museum and meeting other outstanding students, but says her work doesn’t end there. “It is of great importance to not stop working once you’re honored, but instead use this honor to further your knowledge and raise your goal standards,” Pengu said. Business Administration student Nathanael Savasta said he is grateful to all those who were involved in the process of selecting recipients, and he is very honored to receive the award. Besides being successful academically, Savasta is also very involved on campus, as a trustee on the Board of Trustees and as vice president of both the Investment and Entrepreneurs Clubs, in addition to his duties as Student Senate President. Savasta aspires to constantly improve himself and also to better the lives around him, and he encourages students to do the same, he said. “Make a difference, follow your passion and work hard,” he said.
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By: Hunter Wallace News Editor President Drew Matonak advised the Hudson Valley community of the state of the college and how it will move forward during the semi-annual All College Meeting held last Monday. Matonak began the meeting by welcoming new vice presidents Dr. MaryAnn Janosik and Dr. Vance Valerio, the new leaders in Academic Affairs and Enrollment Management and Student Development, respectively. He then explained how Dr. Roger Ramsammy will take over as college president come May 31. New faculty were welcomed and retirements were mentioned. Professors Tom Rogan of the Health, Physical Education and Exercise Studies Department and Jim Slattery of the English, Foreign Language and ESL Department were also honored by Matonak for their 50 years of service to the college. Matonak then spoke on various topics. Presidential Transition “Speaking of new beginnings, as you know, the search for our next president was concluded in November with the appointment of Dr. Roger Ramsammy. I am confident that Dr. Ramsammy will be a strong and successful leader for Hudson Valley.” Matonak explained that Ramsammy will come to the college in May with over 30 years of higher education experience. Excelsior Scholarship “I think it will be a few years before we truly know how the Excelsior Scholarship has affected community colleges in New York, but we are happy to see close to 1,000 of our students taking advantage of this unprecedented opportunity for tuition-free higher education.” The college president shared how the Excelsior Scholarship, of which approximately 360 Hudson Valley students applied for this spring, will raise its family income eligibility to $110,000 in 2018 and again to $125,000 in 2019. CAMS Update “I’m happy to share that we’ve made excellent progress on our fundraising goals for the new Gene F. Haas Center for Advanced Manufacturing Skills.” Matonak revealed the college raised $100,000 at its annual Foundation Gala in October and Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a $2.9 million grant through the Empire State Development Corporation as part of the New York State Regional Economic Development Council awards. He also stated U.S.Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
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President Drew Matonak addressed the college with topics spanning from new leadership to future prospects.
“It’s hard to believe that this is my final All College Meeting address, and it is bittersweet, but I know that we have reached incredible milestones together and also met some difficult challenges along the way. And today, I have every confidence that this great college is heading in the right direction.” - President Drew Matonak announced $1.5 million in federal funding for CAMS and, having secured nearly $6 million to date, the college plans to break ground on the building on Wednesday, April 11. CAMS will double enrollment in the Advanced Manufacturing Technology program become one of the most sophisticated manufacturing training centers in the country, helping local employers fill jobs necessary to expand and grow our economy in the Capital Region. Bette Frisino Memorial Scholarship “Thanks to overall contributions from faculty and staff totaling over $12,500 and the $12,500 match from the NTP union, we will now be able to endow the Bette Frisino Memorial Scholarship, making it available for students year after year.” New Programs and Changes Matonak announced Advanced Manufacturing Pathways, an “alternative pathway” established last semester for adults who wish to join the manufactur-
ing workforce, but might not have enough time or ability to commit to a full degree. Matonak addressed: - The recent 2013 Ford Escape donation from Mohawk Honda to the college’s Automotive Technical Services program. - The $25,000 investment from Cypress Creek Renewables will help students interested in the college’s WDI Photovoltaic Installation program. - The new transfer agreement with Maria College that guarantees admission for “qualified nursing students into Maria’s BSN or their Health Care Management bachelor’s degree for students who successfully complete the [Hudson Valley] Community Health Navigation associate degree.” - The new accelerated format for the college’s Surgical Technology degree program, which allows students to “start in the fall and work straight through the summer and graduate in 16 months.” Technology “Turning to technology, 2018
will be the year of the Banner 9 upgrade, as we and dozens of other SUNY schools transition to the newest version of Banner.” “This upgrade will include a new user interface with better accessibility and navigation. It also adds several administrative applications that will be a lot more user-friendly. This project has to be completed by the end of the year. In addition, the college website update is also moving forward and is scheduled to go live later this spring.” Sexual Harassment/Assault Prevention The college president continued by notifying the college of the issues of sexual harassment and sexual assault. “In this changing climate, it is important to note that colleges and universities are setting a standard for encouraging transparency, prevention and action. Here at Hudson Valley we take the safety of our students very seriously. It is our number one priority to make sure that we create a safe environ-
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ment for our campus community.” He continued, “There are confidential resources on campus that students can take advantage of if they do not want to report the incident. The only three resources that are confidential on campus are the Counseling Center, the College Health Services office and also [the] Campus Ministry. This is critically important. Within the coming weeks, all college employees will receive instruction cards that detail the steps to take if a student comes to report an instance of sexual assault to them. This information is also available on the college website. Introductory videos and a Blackboard course for incoming students to learn about sexual assault prevention, the definition of consent, the college’s code of conduct and the laws pertaining to this topic are also in the works. Closing Matonak concluded the meeting by thanking Hudson Valley. “It’s hard to believe that this is my final All College Meeting address, and it is bittersweet, but I know that we have reached incredible milestones together and also met some difficult challenges along the way. And today, I have every confidence that this great college is heading in the right direction.” The event finished with a short video of Ramsammy expressing his anticipation to serve the Hudson Valley community.
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extend the number of professionally trained workers in the field. The company recently held a presentation in the Bulmer Telecommunications Center, in which it described their plans for the area and granted the college an investment to help reduce costs for students and encourage stu-
dents to enter the solar industry. Cypress Creek CEO Matt McGovern spoke on behalf of the company at the event, describing the company’s aim in the area. “We are deeply committed to bringing low-cost, clean energy to New York, and we need a skilled, local workforce to accomplish our goals,” McGovern said. The Company’s $25,000 investment was accepted by President Drew Matonak on behalf of
Hudson Valley. In addition, several important figures appeared at the event, including Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin and Congressman Paul Tonko, along with several State Assembly members. “With this new partnership, Hudson Valley will reach a broader and more diverse talent pool to train the growing number of people interested in entering the state’s clean energy economy,” COURTESY OF HVCC.EDU
President Drew Matonak speaks about his high hopes for Solar Development throughout New York State.
Cypress Creek Renewables presented a twenty five thousand dollar grant to Hudson Valley workforce development for Solar training.
Matonak said. Also in attendance were approximately 12 Advanced Solar Training students. This program, which originated in Florida and Puerto Rico, respectively, was completed by the college’s Workforce Development Institute. The WDI may see a rise in the number of students enrolled in courses, similar to the company’s investment. With continuing patterns, the number of people currently working in the solar field could more than double with efforts like Cypress Creek’s. This investment from Cypress Creek is planned to be used toward lowering course fees for students undergoing solar job training at Hudson Valley. In addition, the company is also looking to focus on getting more women, veterans and other un-
derrepresented groups interested and working in solar energy careers. On top of the grant given to the college, Cypress Creek also announced its plan to invest more than $500 million in New York through multiple solar projects. This work is projected to create approximately 1,500 jobs in construction in the area and increase available solar energy in the area by a significant amount. President Matonak expressed his hopes for the college’s partnerships. “We are deeply committed to bringing low-cost, clean energy to New York, and we need a skilled, local workforce to accomplish our goals. We will be reaching out to our community partners to develop interest in this training.”
Foundation’s scholarships. “We are having a series of workshops in the computer lab next to Financial Aid where students can come to, and I’ll be there to help them sign in [to Academic Works].” Students interested in applying for Foundation scholarships for the Fall 2018 semester can at-
tend workshops held on Feb. 19, Feb. 26 and March 5. Students who would like help writing their essay can attend an essay writing workshop in the Multi-Purpose Room on the second floor of the Marvin Library on Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. or Friday, Feb. 23 at 11 a.m.
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FROM PAGE ONE many could, potentially, based on their current GPA, be Honors program students... and we can target each of these students to find scholarships [tailored to their application and student profile data].” Berry believes the new website, in addition to its benefits for students, will aid the college in its student enrollment, retention and graduation rates. The Foundation’s capabilities with the site delve deeper than the homescreen statistics. “We have the ability to enter specific criteria,” Berry said. “So, say we look at construction scholarships in Rensselaer county, and I can search for construction students at Hudson Valley who reside in Rensselaer county and send them an email saying, ‘Hey, there is a scholarship here for you. All you need to do is apply.’ The hardest part is writing that essay, and that’s not that hard! It is so simple now.” Current students and accepted college applicants can use their Hudson Valley Single Sign-On credentials to access their individual Academic Works profile and
begin their General Application. The application asks a few questions, like whether the student is a first-generation student, volunteers in the community, is a student athlete or has a non-English speaking background. It also includes one essay on the following topic: “In at least 250 words, please
describe your educational and career objectives and how receiving a scholarship will help achieve these goals. If there is any additional information you want the selection committee to consider, please include it as well.” Berry’s main concern is ensuring students are aware of and can apply for one or more of the
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A PARTNER IN ACADEMIC SUCCESS Dr. Peter Gemellaro details the importance of collaboration between students
By: Dr. Peter Gemellaro Guest Contributor Why should you have a study group or study partner? You are not alone. Sometimes it may feel as though nobody knows what you are going through as a student. You have many demands on your time in addition to your school work. If you are in your first semester, you may still be trying to figure it all out. “How am I supposed to do all of this work? I wonder if anyone else feels the same pressure or feels as lost as I do.” If you are feeling like this, don’t worry — you are not alone. There are others who feel the same way. So, what can you do? · Find a study partner or study group. Study groups are used at all levels of higher education. Here are some ways that having a study partner or being in a study group can help you right now: · When you realize that you aren’t the only one who feels lost, confused or frustrated, it allows you to move beyond those feelings and focus on moving forward and concentrate on trying to get the most out of class. · You find out what you missed in class. You can get notes if you miss a class and can also compare notes to make sure you did not miss anything important
during class. · Some students find it easier to visit their instructor with someone else or in a group. Meeting as a group with your instructor might help in case you miss something during the meeting. Your instructor will be happy to meet as a group. Just make sure to let the instructor know ahead of time so space can be made available to accommodate everyone. · After each chapter, it is help-
ful to do a brief review. This way, you aren’t scrambling or trying to cram for your finals. You might also use vocabulary cards as a study aid in order to quiz each other. Try to think of questions that you might ask if you were the instructor. · You can also put your notes in an outline form. Here, it is helpful to compare your outline to what others have done so that you don’t miss anything. An outline
gives you the main ideas for each chapter which helps you study more efficiently for finals that are usually closed-book exams. · One technique that I found useful was to teach someone else a concept. If you ask yourself, “How would I teach this?” it reframes it in your own words so that it makes sense to you. You could also quiz your study partner or group based on past tests or assignments or make up your own
questions. So, how do you meet others who share your goals and interests? Join one of the student organizations on campus. For example, we have a criminal justice club where students who have an interest in this subject meet, socialize, listen to guest speakers, talk about their goals and help each other. By joining one of these organizations you never know who you might meet. Good luck.
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Dating safety tips By: Jacob Pitts Staff Writer
Online dating through apps like Tinder and Bumble is becoming increasingly popular with students, but is everyone staying safe? When early childhood education major Kathleen Davila was preparing for her Tinder date, she took no chances. She met up with her Tinder date at the movies, but unbeknownst to him Davila’s best friend was also at the meetup. For the full duration of the almost two-and-a-half-hour film, she spied on them from the row directly behind in case he ended up being sketchy. “I forced her to come along and sit behind me so I wouldn’t get kidnapped,” Kathleen said. “He found out she was there and he was really shocked at first and wouldn’t stop laughing, but he was also glad I was being safe.” Her date turned out to be fine, but it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Davila met her date in a public place, she brought her own form of transportation, and even had a friend who would be able to intervene if things went south. When it comes to online dating, it’s best to prepare for the worst. Tinder’s official website has a safety page which encourages its users to get to know their matches before a face-to-face encounter, meet in a public setting, have an escape plan, ensure that their
phones are fully charged, stay sober, and tell a friend or family member the who, what, when, and where of the date. Before students even plan to meet up with their matches, they should always have a good idea of who it is that they’re talking to. Even the smallest red flags can be intuition trying to save us from a bad situation, and those gut instincts should never be ignored or dismissed as paranoia. The 2010 documentary Catfish and its hit spinoff MTV series of the same name have shone the light on a phenomenon known as “catfishing.” Now a notorious term in the online dating lexicon, catfishing is when one passes off someone else’s persona and pictures as their own with the intent to mislead and deceive. If someone suspects that they’re being “catfished,” they should reverse image search the photos. The “search by image” feature on Google will try to find matches and similar photos on the web. If no results turn up, there’s a good chance that the photos actually belong to your date, and haven’t been stolen from somewhere. It’s also important for dating app users to upload selfies specifically for their profiles and nowhere else. If they have the same picture on other sites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, people can use reverse image search to find personal information on their other accounts. People should avoid sharing
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Wine can make everything more fun, but safety should be considered when wine is combined with online dating.
their contact info right away like their number, email, and social media, and providing their own address to meet up at is even worse. Their date could refuse to leave their home, and on the other hand, meeting on their date’s territory puts them in a position of power. Meeting in public will level the playing field, and if the
date goes badly, both parties have the opportunity to walk away and forget it ever happened. Once students know that their date is legit, they should think carefully about details. Like Davia’s date at the movies, the first few dates should always be in a public place. Restaurants, clubs, and other hangouts have
cameras and witnesses, and most importantly, they’re easier to leave than private locations if things go south. This Valentine’s Day, college students should brush up on their dating safety and remain conscious of all outcomes for the most enjoyable experience possible.
The poet herself, pictured in red There are eighteen stars on my face.
in the mail.)
Pick your favorite three, outline them in blue ink. They can be mismatching sizes, but use them to connect everything together.
Make the canvas minuscule I want to appear graceful and unreachable but only from a little far away. I require some squinting and grimaces from my audience.
Kindly make the left eye different from the right It does not matter which left: yours or mine. People will still pause in the middle of a sentence and have something new to chirp about Same song, slightly different tune. It’s okay if the eyes don’t change color when it rains that’s the lie of an amateur writer and does not happen to real people. Please paint with a toothbrush and every easily obtainable shade of blue. and then paint over all of that with burgundy and some orange color A total change you’ll know to make when you feel a stranger standing over you (Or when my lawyer sends you a reminder
My final request is that I’m painted in the red sweater and that I’m pictured holding a frog in one hand and a toad in the other. You’ll get points for attainability and so will I. But if it gets late and the moon rises outside your third story window and casts a shadow across my likeness a lipstick-stained napkin would be accepted in lieu of my proposal. Just make sure to color in the stars. by Grace Sgambettera
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ISAIAH to not have anything to do with them.” Moak said that if he’s unable to play football, he would still like to be involved in athletics. Moak feels he’s able to express himself on the field and release any anger he has pent-up. “I just enjoy everything about the sport,” Moak said. When Moak isn’t studying or at practice, he works out at least two hours a day and spends a lot of time with friends and family. Moak is very family oriented and loves to spend time with his
younger brother and sister. As much as Moak loves football, he understands that his academics come first. “I’ve always put school first and then fun second,” said Moak. “You can’t go anywhere unless you have the grades.” Moak understood that playing division one required both skills on the field and good grades. Moak also shared some advice for any new Vikings wanting to do sports and study. “Just work hard,” Moak said. He also stressed healthy eating and remaining on top of school work. Moak’s football career hasn’t been free of roadblocks. Moak broke his hand in week four of the
7 season and continued to play. Moak was hit by an opponent player and braced his fall with his hand which caused it to break. He was informed that he was still able to play and just had to protect it. Moak did this by padding his hand with a lot of bandages. Moak finished the season this way, looking at his injury as a challenge to overcome. In regards to possible injuries, Moak said his mother is frequently worried about him. Moak said, “I’m willing to take the risks in order to get to where I want [to be]. I have a goal. I have a dream, and I want to accomplish that dream.”
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STREAK CONCLUDES After a six-game win streak, the Vikings fell to North Country
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By: Hunter McIntyre Staff Writer The men’s basketball team broke their six game win streak after a loss against North Country this past Saturday. Hudson Valley fell to the North Country Saints after a close score of 89-84. North County’s Damon Hunter scored a game high of 36 points, including five 3s and 11 connected free throws. Shamar Logins also scored 18 points for North County. The Vikings trailed behind for most of the game. However, it didn’t stop the team from playing with passion and aggression. The Vikings played a very solid game all around, but played especially well in the paint and around the glass. Hudson Valley didn’t shy away from taking big shots in the second half. The Vikings cut into the Saints’ lead during the later part of the first half, trailing only 4035. In the waning moments of the first half, the crowd started to chime in. Due to disagreements with the refs and the overall aggressiveness of the game. Viewers could be heard yelling, “Give him A Tech” and “Take control of the game, ref ” after a disagreement involving two players. The women’s team’s were also yelling and clapping for their re-
Men’s basketball player, Dave Reo scouting for an opening against the Saints.
spective teams. Hudson Valley answered back in the second half, taking the lead for a short while but inevitably falling to the excellent offense and shooting of North Country. The Vikings attempted a comeback. Sophomore guard
Dave Reo (North Greenbush/ Catholic Central) headed the efforts with a couple highlight reel plays, including a particularly impressive euro step layup to take the lead in the second half. Reo finished with 22 points. Reo was the highest scoring
player for Hudson Valley. Sophomore forward Raheem Duncan(Queens/Green Tech) came in second with 15. Sophomore center Mitchell Dame (Niskayuna/Niskayuna) had a couple of excellent clutch rebounds and freshman guard
Brandan Degrasse (Bronx/E.A. Reynolds) also had double digit points with 11 and 10 respectively. The game was well-played. This Wednesday, the Vikings will face-up against Columbia-Greene at home.
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