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Update to UM Students: January 14, 2021
by Marcia Davies 14 Jan '21

14 Jan '21

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear students, Happy New Year and welcome to the 2021 Winter Term! I hope that you had a restorative and restful break. Whether you are new to the UM community or continuing in your studies, we are here to support your personal and academic success. There are a wide range of student supports<https://news.umanitoba.ca/support-for-um-students-whats-available-and-how-t…> available to you - please take advantage of them as needed throughout your academic journey. As you will have read in President Benarroch's message this week, in keeping with our continued commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the UM community, Summer Term 2021 will be delivered primarily remotely. Please note that registration for Summer Term will open in Aurora on April 5th. While we are all encouraged by the news that vaccinations are slowly rolling out in Manitoba, each of us must continue to be vigilant in ensuring our own health and safety and that of others in our community. We have created a webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> about COVID-19, specifically for students, that provides a great deal of useful information and resources, including protocols aimed at keeping our community safe, a list of on-campus study spaces, and much more. If you are required to come to campus, the webpage also features a list of what is open on campus<https://news.umanitoba.ca/whats-open-on-both-campuses/>, and how to access those areas. As you prepare to launch into your courses, please check out the presentation, "Are you ready for Winter term<https://youtu.be/doeOulK3DA8>?" delivered by undergraduate academic advisors. It includes an overview of grading options and how to prepare for a successful semester. I also encourage you to register for the virtual UM Annual Career Fair<https://umanitoba.ca/careerservices/career-fairs/um-annual-career-fair> taking place January 21st. Over seventy employers are participating! Remember, it's never too early to explore your career options. And, lastly, if you are new to the University, I encourage you to participate in the winter welcome<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/first-year/um-commons/winter-welcome> this week. Many outstanding sessions are being offered and, if you missed some of them, recordings will be available. I will be in touch again as things continue to evolve. Meanwhile, be sure to check your UM email, read the Student Weekly e-newsletter, follow UM Student social media channels, and check the student COVID-19 webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> regularly. I am wishing each of you good health and much personal and academic success this term. Remember that we are in this together, and above all, don't be afraid to ask for help<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/resources-students> if you need it. My best, Laurie Schnarr Laurie M. Schnarr, MA (she/her) Vice-Provost (Students) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) University of Manitoba 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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Scheduled Banner Upgrade Friday January 8, starting at 4:30 pm until Monday January 11 at 9:00 am.
by IT Service Desk 07 Jan '21

07 Jan '21

Scheduled Banner Upgrade Friday January 8 from 4:30 pm until Monday January 11 at 9:00 am Banner Administration Pages and Aurora Self Service will be temporarily unavailable Friday January 8 from 4:30 pm CST to Monday January 11 at 9:00 am CST, 2021 as the system upgrades. Other processes and systems that connect to Banner and Aurora (e.g. FAST, UM Achieve, EPIC, ODS, FlexReg) could be inaccessible or have limited functionality during this time. For more information please visit https://news.umanitoba.ca/banner-administration-pages-upgrade-coming-soon/ Please do not hesitate to contact the Service desk if you have any questions. Thank you, Service Desk Information Services & Technology University of Manitoba 123 Fletcher Argue 230 Neil John MacLean Library 204-474-8600 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> ************************************************************************************************************* This communication is intended for the use of the recipient to which it is addressed, and may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information. Please contact us immediately if you are not the intended recipient of this communication, and do not copy, distribute, or take action relying on it. Any communication received in error, or subsequent reply, should be deleted or destroyed. Please consider the environment before printing this email. {CMI: MCID2657668}

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Best wishes this holiday season
by President's Office 17 Dec '20

17 Dec '20

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Update to UM Students: December 10, 2020
by Marcia Davies 10 Dec '20

10 Dec '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear students, We are so close to the end of Fall Term! You have worked hard and persisted - great work! It's been an unusual year, and you have handled it with grace and tenacity. As you complete final assignments and enter the final exam period, I encourage you to remain focused on your studies. The holiday break is right around the corner! I'm writing today to provide an important update, to share resources that have been developed to support your academic success, and to wish you well in the last weeks of the Fall Term. Last week, grading accommodations recommended by the UM's Covid-19 Recovery Steering Committee and sub-committees, which include representatives from UMSU and UMGSA, were approved by Senate. These grading accommodations were established in recognition of the potential impact that increased stresses and challenges associated with remote learning may have on academic performance, particularly during this prolonged Code Red period in Winnipeg. What are the grading accommodations for Fall Term 2020 and Winter Term 2021? You may choose to exclude from your UM GPA either: a) up to one (1) grade received in Fall Term, and up to one (1) grade received in Winter Term, or b) up to one (1) grade received in a spanned course which runs through both Fall and Winter terms. Your adjusted GPA resulting from exclusion of one or two grades will be used for all GPA-based performance requirements including program progression, probation, suspension, and requirements to withdraw, and to determine eligibility for UM bursaries and scholarships. The 'excluded' grade will remain on your UM transcript. It will be used for progression and prerequisite regulations that specifically reference minimum letter grade requirements, and will continue to be included in the GPA used for admission to advanced entry, professional, and graduate programs. You have lots of time to make your decision. You will have until the end of Winter Term 2021 to make your exclusion decisions for both Fall Term 2020 and Winter Term 2021. More details concerning the process will be communicated in January. How could these grading accommodations help you? The goal is to provide students with some accommodation for potential negative effects on academic performance arising from the increased stresses and challenges associated with remote learning, which have been exacerbated by the increasingly serious pandemic situation in Winnipeg. You will be able to reduce possible negative impacts of the current situation without compromising UM academic standards or integrity. This approach benefits students equally, including those who must maintain enrolment in a minimum number of credit-hours in order to remain eligible for funding. Get informed about the implications of your choice, before your make your final decision. Choosing to exclude one grade from your UM GPA could have implications for your academic trajectory, particularly if you are considering furthering your studies beyond your current target degree. In the coming days we will share more information and answers, including how and why to exclude a grade on your UM GPA on our student social media channels<https://www.instagram.com/umstudent/> and in the Student Weeklies. Please stay tuned to those channels. You can also find more information and some questions and answers on our COVID-19 website for students<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students>. There will be a virtual event Conversation for Success: Are you ready for the Winter Term? on Friday, December 11 from 9 am to 10 am, where you can hear from academic advisors and ask questions. You can register for the event, here <https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/conversations-success#upcoming-conver…> . Finally, as we move into the Fall Term exam period, I encourage you to review "Getting Ready for December Final Exams<https://umanitoba.ca/sites/default/files/2020-12/online-exam-recommendation…>", an important resource that has been developed by UM's Centre for the Advancement of Teaching & Learning, to help you prepare for exams in this remote learning environment. Please remember that an online exam is still an official university exam, and that the same academic integrity<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-integrity> expectations apply. Final exam support for students is available here<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students> and resources for remote learning are available here<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/s…>. We've come a long way, and the end is in sight. As I mentioned earlier in this message, decisions regarding grading accommodations can be made later. Meanwhile, I encourage you to remain focused on the tasks at hand. Here is a video<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYNSM5ApNcg&feature=youtu.be> from some of your peers as motivation! I am sending you positive thoughts and best wishes for a successful end to the term, and a happy, healthy holiday. My best, Laurie Laurie M. Schnarr, MA (she/her) Vice-Provost (Students) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) University of Manitoba 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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Phishing Email Security Advisory Regarding Subject " Important"
by IT Service Desk 08 Dec '20

08 Dec '20

Phishing Email Security Advisory with Subject Important You may have received an email with the subject of Important that appears to have been sent from Several University or Manitoba email addresses. Please note that this is not a legitimate email! [cid:9469d02e8d6fcd9962c3fb48e4847b2f6b3bcf827a@Cherwell.com] If you have received this email please delete the message. The email contains a link that will direct you to a site which will prompt you for your Personal Information. If you have clicked on the link and entered your personal information on this page you MUST CHANGE YOUR PASSWORD IMMEDIATELY to secure your account. Please call the Service Desk at 204-474-8600 and they will be able to assist you in this process. Thank you, Service Desk Information Services & Technology University of Manitoba 123 Fletcher Argue 230 Neil John MacLean Library 204-474-8600 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> ************************************************************************************************************* This communication is intended for the use of the recipient to which it is addressed, and may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information. Please contact us immediately if you are not the intended recipient of this communication, and do not copy, distribute, or take action relying on it. Any communication received in error, or subsequent reply, should be deleted or destroyed. Please consider the environment before printing this email. {CMI: MCID2633513}

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Scheduled Webserver Outage on Sunday November 29, from 6:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon)
by IT Service Desk 26 Nov '20

26 Nov '20

Scheduled Webserver Outage on Sunday November 29 from 6:00 am - 12:00 (noon) Please be advised that there will be a website outage to update the UM web hosting server this weekend. The website will be unavailable from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Sunday, November 29. If you try to access the website during that time you will see an outage notice. Please do not hesitate to contact the Service desk if you have any questions. Thank you, Service Desk Information Services & Technology University of Manitoba 123 Fletcher Argue 230 Neil John MacLean Library 204-474-8600 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> ************************************************************************************************************* This communication is intended for the use of the recipient to which it is addressed, and may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information. Please contact us immediately if you are not the intended recipient of this communication, and do not copy, distribute, or take action relying on it. Any communication received in error, or subsequent reply, should be deleted or destroyed. Please consider the environment before printing this email. {CMI: MCID2620834}

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Classes continue: UMFA agrees to bring UM offer to its membership
by University of Manitoba 16 Nov '20

16 Nov '20

University of Manitoba President Michael Benarroch announced today that classes will continue and that the University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) has agreed to bring UM’s latest offer to its membership. “We are thankful that students are able to continue their classes and academic activities,” said Benarroch. “To our faculty, we value and respect you as indispensable collaborators in our shared mission of advanced research and higher education. We are pleased that our community will be able to continue teaching, learning and researching at UM without interruption while the voting process takes place.” Today’s announcement follows mediation overseen by independent mediator Arne Peltz. We thank Mr. Peltz for his hard work and both negotiating teams for their dedication to the collective bargaining process. UM’s offer is subject to ratification by UMFA members. To respect the ratification process, the University will not discuss the specifics of the offer at this time except to say that it met the 2020-21 province-issued wage mandate to hold the line on salary increases.

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Update to UM Students: November 12, 2020
by Marcia Davies 12 Nov '20

12 Nov '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear students, As you know, on Tuesday it was announced that the Province of Manitoba will move to the Critical (Red) level in the Pandemic Response System effective today, November 12th, 2020. I want to share UM's response and remind you of the many supports, services and resources that remain open to you remotely. As always, your personal health, well-being and academic success remain important priorities for us. In response to the new Provincial restrictions, this message<https://news.umanitoba.ca/a-message-from-janice-ristock-provost-and-vice-pr…> from our Provost outlines UM's new health and safety measures. Most notable for you: · If you are required to come to campus, you must wear a 3-ply disposable mask at all times on UM grounds. · In those instances where students are required to wear a specific type of mask or personal protective equipment (PPE) due to the nature of the in-person activity you are required to engage in, you will receive instructions from your instructor. · Limit your time on campus as much as possible. · All but essential lunch spaces and common spaces will be closed. All other UM spaces will be closed except for a reduced number of study spaces<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students#whats-open-on-campus>. * It is recommended that you wear eye protection (a shield) for all laboratory work or in situations in which 2-metre physical distancing is not possible. * All UM sport and recreation facilities will be closed. * The University Centre Pharmacy will be reduced to 25 per cent of normal capacity. * The Fort Garry Bookstore will be reduced to 25 per cent of normal capacity and is offering pick up service and online ordering<http://umanitoba.ca/campus/bookstore/index.php>. Each of us must continue to do our part to stop the spread of COVID-19 - to ensure the safety of our community, to maintain our own health and well-being, and so we can get back to learning and connecting in-person soon. Until that time, UM is here to support you. Learn how<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students#personal-support> to care for yourself during this remote learning period, from a health and wellness perspective. Tips and resources on staying well, remaining connected and keeping healthy are also shared regularly on our student Instagram channel, @umstudent. To help you successfully complete your studies: · UM Libraries remain available remotely<https://libguides.lib.umanitoba.ca/covid-19-libraryaccess> to assist you virtually with your research and academic pursuits. · The Academic Learning Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/student/academiclearning/notice.html> continues to provide individual tutoring (in writing, content, and study skills), supplemental instruction sessions, and workshops. · Career consultants and staff in Career Services can help with the process of faculty/major selection, establishing a career direction, work search and developing a resumé. Register on careerCONNECT<https://www.uofmcareerservices.ca/home/home.htm> or contact the office at 204-474-9456<mailto:204-474-9456> or cs.receptionist(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca> to make an appointment. · A host of additional resources and services are listed on the website umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students<http://www.umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> and are updated regularly. Hang in there, Bisons! I can't wait for the time when we can all return to in-person activities on our campuses again. Until then, please remain vigilant. Stay safe. Keep well. Remember that we are stronger, together. My best, Laurie Laurie M. Schnarr, MA (she/her) Vice-Provost (Students) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) University of Manitoba 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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Update to UM Students: November 2, 2020
by Marcia Davies 02 Nov '20

02 Nov '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear students, As you know, Winnipeg has now moved to the Critical (Red) level in the Province of Manitoba's Pandemic Response System. The message sent to you earlier today highlights the changes and additional measures<https://news.umanitoba.ca/um-responds-to-critical-red-level-with-enhanced-r…> put in place at UM to prevent community transmission of COVID-19. I want to reiterate key points shared in today's message: - All currently approved in-person teaching activities will continue. - All but absolutely essential common spaces and lunch spaces on our campuses are closed. - If you must go to one of our campuses, limit your time to essential activities only. - Study spaces<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students#whats-open-on-campus> will remain open except for those located in the Libraries. - If you have questions about these changes you are encouraged to reach out to your faculty, college, or school. Your health, well-being and academic success are important to us. As we navigate this challenging time together remember that there are many supports, resources and services<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> available to you. For example, the University Health Services (UHS) Bannatyne clinic is now open and accepting in-person appointments from students. For those of you who are required to come to one of the UM campuses, self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms or exposures before you leave using this questionnaire as your guide: https://www.gov.mb.ca/asset_library/en/coronavirus/covid19_screening_checkl…. If the checklist advises you not to enter, stay home, isolate and refer to the online COVID-19 Screening Tool by clicking here<https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/> or call Health Links - Info Santé at 204-788-8200<tel:204-788-8200> or toll free at 1-888-315-9257<tel:1-888-315-9257> for further guidance. For more information on our protocols, services and supports, please visit: www.umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students<http://www.umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students>. Indigenous students Elders at UM are here to offer their support and can be reached via email or phone. Indigenous Student Centre advisors and program coordinators are also available for phone appointments and/or to answer questions via email. To book an appointment with an Elder or advisor, call 204-474-8850 or email isc(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:isc@umanitoba.ca>. Additional resources for Indigenous students, including some faculty-specific resources, are available on the COVID-19 Indigenous student support page<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students/indigenous>. Students with disabilities Student Accessibility Services<http://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/accessibility> also has many resources and supports available. If you are required to attend classes on campus and need academic accommodation(s) and/or accessibility supports, please contact them at 204-474-7423 or by emailing student_accessibility(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:student_accessibility@umanitoba.ca>. International students International Student Advisors are happy to provide international students with information and support specific to your personal situation. To book an email or pre-scheduled Zoom appointment, email international(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:international@umanitoba.ca> from your UM student email account (@myumanitoba.ca) and include your full name and UM student number. Current international students are also invited to join the UM International Centre and fellow students for a video chat on Zoom every Thursday. Email crystal.stewart(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:crystal.stewart@umanitoba.ca> for more information. Additional resources for international students are available on the International Centre website<http://umanitoba.ca/international> and COVID-19 international student supports page<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students/international>. Thank you everyone for continuing to do your part to stop the spread of COVID-19 on our campuses and in our community. Your commitment and resilience continue to inspire me. All my best, Laurie Laurie M. Schnarr, MA (she/her) Vice-Provost (Students) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) University of Manitoba 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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Update on enhanced COVID-19 safety measures
by VP Admin 02 Nov '20

02 Nov '20

[cid:image001.png@01D6B10A.05074480] Message from Naomi Andrew, Acting Vice-President (Administration) As communicated on UMToday<https://news.umanitoba.ca/um-responds-to-critical-red-level-with-enhanced-r…>, the Province of Manitoba has announced new pandemic restrictions<https://news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.html?item=49496&posted=2020-10-30> effective November 2 that place the Winnipeg area under the critical/red level on the #RestartMB Pandemic Response System. These new measures are being put in place to help stop the growing community transmission of COVID-19. At UM, all approved in-person teaching activities will continue. However, in addition to new Provincial restrictions, UM has introduced new measures to ensure the health and safety of our community. Our priorities are your health and safety, students' ability to complete their approved in-person activities, and faculty members' ability to conduct essential research. The following new UM health and safety measures are effective Monday, November 2: WINNIPEG - CRITICAL RED RESTRICTIONS: * All UM libraries are closed. The libraries continue to provide collections and services online<https://libguides.lib.umanitoba.ca/covid-19-libraryaccess> and curb-side pickup * All UM galleries are closed * The Active Living Centre and Joe Doupe Recreation Centre will remain open at 25 per cent capacity and masks are mandatory while exercising * The Joyce Fromson Pool and Wayne Fleming Arena will be closed * Food services will be reduced. Please see: umanitoba.ca/campus-services#eat-on-campus<http://umanitoba.ca/campus-services#eat-on-campus> * Retail services will be reduced. Please see: https://news.umanitoba.ca/whats-open-on-both-campuses/ UM - ENHANCED RESTRICTIONS: * All work that may done remotely should be done remotely * Cancelation or postponement of all in-person discretionary activities (either being contemplated or previously approved) * Employees accessing our campus(es) to be reduced to a maximum of 30 per cent * Closure of all but absolutely essential common spaces and lunch spaces * Individuals are encouraged to limit their time on campus as much as possible All in-person teaching activities will continue and study spaces<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students#whats-open-on-campus> will remain open except for those designated study spaces in the Libraries. If you have any questions: · Students - contact your faculty, college or school · Faculty and staff - contact your dean or supervisor It is essential that employees and students self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and/or exposures before attending to any on-campus activities. Complete this questionnaire.<https://www.gov.mb.ca/asset_library/en/coronavirus/covid19_screening_checkl…> If the checklist advises you not to enter; stay home, isolate and refer to the online COVID-19 Screening Tool by clicking here<https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/> or call Health Links - Info Santé at 204-788-8200<tel:204-788-8200> or toll free at 1-888-315-9257<tel:1-888-315-9257> for further guidance. For more information visit the UM COVID-19 webpage: umanitoba.ca/coronavirus<http://www.umanitoba.ca/coronavirus>

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