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2016–2017 PARTNERSHIP PACKETNational Society of Black Engineers

On behalf of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Region 4, I cordially introduce you to our organization and extend an invitation to partner with us in the 2016–2017 fi scal year.

NSBE provides numerous opportunities for academic, personal and professional development for our members. We work tirelessly to fi ll the engineering pipeline to ensure that current and future employers have the highly skilled workforce required to succeed. Our year long programs, such as Academic Excellence, the NSBE Retention Program, the NSBE Pre-College Initiative (PCI) and the Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK), enable us to work toward that goal. In addition, our Fall Regional Conference (FRC) provides our members with functional and leadership training, while giving them access to leading talent-seekers during our FRC Career Fair.

NSBE seeks to develop meaningful and mutually benefi cial strategic partnerships with our sponsors. We can provide value to your organization in the following manners:

As one of the largest student governed organizations based in the United States, we provide access to future engineers who possess leadership and functional experience. NSBE is the premiere source for top-tier minority engineering talent.

Our sponsorship packages are fl exible enough to fi t the recruiting and branding needs of your organization. As a strategic partner, NSBE will work to ensure that your organization’s vision, mission and goals are refl ected in our advertising and event planning eff orts. NSBE commits to operating all events and programs in an effi cient manner, resulting in a low-cost solution for your recruiting needs. However, we will place great eff ort on providing a professional and upscale experience at all times.

This packet serves as an informational guide to the programs, events and sponsorship opportunities available during the 2016–2017 fi scal year. Feel free to contact me to discuss how NSBE can support your organization’s objectives and goals while advancing our mission as well.

Warmest regards,

Jada L. JamisonRegion 4 Finance Chair (2016–2017)National Society of Black Engineersr4fi [email protected] | (630) 696-0998

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THECONTENTS

04 ABOUT NSBE 05 ABOUT REGION 4

06 FALL REGIONAL CONFERENCE (FRC) 07 FRC - PARTNER LEVEL

08 FRC - BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES FRC - CONFERENCE SUPPLIES 09 FRC - COMPANY-SPONSORED EVENTS

10 IN-KIND DONATIONS 11 FRC - PRE-COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS

12 FRC - COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS 13 FRC - PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

14 NON-CONFERENCE PROGRAMS - COMMUNITY OUTREACH 15 NON-CONFERENCE PROGRAMS -

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCEMEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

16 PARTNERSHIP POLICYCANCELLATION

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ABOUT NSBE

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), with more than 31,000 members, is one of the largest student-governed organizations based in the United States. NSBE comprises more than 400 chapters for collegiate, pre-collegiate and professional members in the United States and abroad.

NSBE had its genesis in April 1975 at Purdue University, in what is now the Society’s Region 4. NSBE’s founders were six highly motivated young engineering students: Anthony Harris, Brian Harris, Stanley L. Kirtley, John W. Logan Jr., Edward A. Coleman and George A. Smith. In 1976, NSBE was incorporated under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a nonprofit organization in the State of Texas.

The NSBE Torch symbolizes our everlasting burning desire to achieve success as engineers in our present society. The lightning bolts represent the striking impact that will be felt by the society and industry as a result of the contributions and achievements made by the National Society of Black Engineers.

NSBE MISSIONTo increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.


MICHIGAN Eastern Michigan University Grand Valley State University Hope CollegeKettering University A-Section Kettering University B- Section Lawrence Tech University Michigan State University Michigan Technological University Oakland UniversitySaginaw Valley State University of Detroit Mercy University of MichiganUniversity of Michigan- Dearborn Wayne State UniversityWestern Michigan University

OHIOCentral State University Cleveland State University Miami University (Oxford, OH) Ohio State UniversityOhio University (Athens, OH) University of Akron University of Cincinnati University of Dayton University of ToledoWright State University Youngstown State University

ILLINOISBradley University Chicago State UniversityDEVRY University- Chicago Illinois Institute of Technology Northern Illinois University Northwestern UniversitySouthern Illinois University- Carbondale Southern Illinois University- Edwardsville University of EvansvilleUniversity of Illinois at Urbana Champaign University of Illinois at ChicagoUniversity of Notre Dame

MINNESOTADePaul University Minnesota State University University of Minnesota

WISCONSINMarquette University Milwaukee School of EngineeringUniversity of Wisconsin University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee

INDIANACase Western Reserve University Indiana Institute of Technology Indiana UniversityPurdue University of Fort Wayne Purdue University of Indianapolis Purdue UniversityPurdue University- Calumet Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

InternationalMbarara University of Science and Technology Nat’l Advance School of Public Works Yaounde Addis Ababa UniversityPolytechnic, Yaounde, Cameroon

ABOUT REGION 4

)1976( Founding NSBE Chapter: Purdue University

Region 4 consists of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin, Central Canada, Central Africa, and East Africa. The National Society of Black Engineers refers to Region 4 as the “Mother Region,” because that this prestigious organization began in West Lafayette, Ind., in 1975.

As of January 2016, Region 4 consisted of 2,145 members. This membership includes 33 lifetime members, 2,028 collegiate members (48 chapters), 243 professional members (12 chapters) and 422 pre-collegiate members (38 chapters). We also are excited to announce that our regional grade point average is now at 3.163/4.0. For the 2016–2017 academic year, Region 4 has much to be excited about. Our Fall Regional Conference will be held this year in the “Windy City” (Chicago, Ill.). Also, as a region, we will be preparing for the Annual Convention which is in Kansas City, Mo.

To continue to fulfill NSBE’s mission, we will pursue our regional goals for the 2016–2017 school year, which are to improve membership experience and to expand our reach. To improve membership experience, Region 4 is committed to making the Region 4 Executive Board more transparent to the region by visiting all chapters, personalizing our communication with chapters and highlighting membership success throughout the year. To expand our reach, Region 4 is working to increase the percentage of NSBE members among African Americans in engineering and to improve upon and begin our relationships with the pre-collegiate and community college chapters in our region. Fulfilling our regional goals will help NSBE reach its primary strategic plan goal of graduating 10,000 African American engineers annually by 2025.

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FALL REGIONAL CONFERENCE

November 18–20, 2016----------------------------------

Hyatt Regency O’HareChicago, Illinois

This year, the Fall Regional Conference (FRC) will bring a sense of regional pride and enthusiasm as we gather in Chicago, Ill. With a total of 98 chapters in Region 4, disbursed as 48 collegiate, 38 pre-collegiate, and 12 Professionals, we are expecting 800 attendees for this conference. Also, with an average region GPA of 3.163 and the most active regional retention program of all six regions, Region 4 off ers top-tier talented students. Through workshops, company tours, a FRC Career Fair, Hospitality Suites and more, NSBE members of all ages can expect to leave the Fall Regional Conference more confi dent in their engineering capabilities. This conference will not only expand upon our membership’s personal skills and abilities, it will also lead to professional growth. For our pre- collegiate members, this conference will help bridge the gap between those uncertain about pursuing an engineering degree and those confi dent about it, by the various workshops and activities being planned. Also, by seeing older peers in college succeed in NSBE, pre-collegiate chapters will be pipelined to success. For our collegiate members, the conference is vital, thanks in large part to the employers and graduate educational institutions that will be present at the FRC Career Fair.

The “Mother Region” is proud to welcome you to what will be the best FRC yet! Our Conference Planning Committee is preparing an event that will showcase the talent and ambition that the region possesses. Your organization and its representatives can anticipate a plethora of opportunities to interact with the young achievers of today, who will be the leaders of tomorrow!

“Engineering Your Foundation”

FRC Career Fair Recruitment:Saturday, November 19, 2016, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.


FRC - PARTNER LEVELS

PLATINUM PARTNER: $6,000

□ Two (2) exhibit tables at the FRC Career Fair □ Logo on the Career Fair Welcome Banner □ Six (6) conference registrations □ Four (4) tickets to the Graduating Seniors Reception □ URL link on the Region 4 website for nine (9) months

GOLD PARTNER: $5,000

□ One (1) exhibit table at the FRC Career Fair □ Four (4) conference registrations □ Two (2) tickets to the Graduating Seniors Reception □ URL link on the Region 4 website for six (6) months

SILVER PARTNER: $4,000

□ One (1) exhibit table at the FRC Career Fair □ Two (2) conference registrations □ One (1) ticket to the Graduating Seniors Reception □ URL link on the Region 4 website for six (6) months

BRONZE PARTNER: $3,000

□ One (1) exhibit table at the FRC Career Fair □ Two (2) conference registrations □ One (1) ticket to the Graduating Seniors Reception

NON-PROFIT EXHIBITOR: $1,000

□ One (1) exhibit table at the FRC Career Fair □ Two (2) conference registrations

ACADEMIC EXHIBITOR (FOR COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES): $500

□ One (1) exhibit table at the FRC Career Fair/Graduate School Fair □ Two (2) conference registrations □ Website URL link on the Region 4 website for three (3) months

INTERVIEW BOOTH: $400

Take advantage of the FRC Career Fair by connecting with top engineering talent and getting face time with the job candidates who best suit your needs. Interview booths give you the opportunity to meet candidates and conduct interviews on site.

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FRC PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES

CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE POLO SHIRTS: $300

It is important that those organizing and facilitating the Fall Regional Conference be easily identifiable to the attendees for a variety of informative and safety reasons. Polo shirts will serve as a uniform for the Conference Planning Committee during the course of the conference to facilitate easy identification of committee members.

The Partner will receive the branding opportunity of placing their organization’s name and logo on the sleeves of the polo shirts. The sponsor’s name/logo will also be placed on the Region 4 website as an official sponsor of the Conference Planning Committee uniform for the conference.

AUDIO/ VISUAL EQUIPMENT: $3,500

To administer effective workshops and forums, the Fall Regional Conference Planning Committee requests sponsorship for A/V equipment such as projectors, screens, poster boards, flip charts, etc. These tools will be utilized during general sessions, receptions and workshops.

The Partner will be identified as the official sponsor of the audio/visual equipment for the conference. A branding opportunity will also be available for the organization to have their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

FRC CONFERENCE BAGS AND LANYARDS: $5,000

Conference attendees are provided with a laptop/book bags as a memorabilia item for attending the conference. The bag will include the NSBE logo, conference date, location and Partner’s name and logo. The lanyards are used to identify conference attendees and monitor participation at various events.

The Partner will receive the branding opportunity of placing their logo on the bags and lanyards. A branding opportunity will also be available for the Partner to have their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

FRC PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES -

CONFERENCE SUPPLIES


FRC PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - COMPANY-SPONSORED EVENTS

COLLEGE/ MUSEUM TOURS: $3,000

Region 4 hosts Corporate/College/Museum Tours for our collegiate and/or pre-collegiate students attending the Fall Regional Conference. Tours of a corporate facility, a local university or a science museum in the vicinity of the Fall Regional Conference provides educational information, inspiration and encouragement for our membership.

The Partner will be afforded a great opportunity to showcase their company, university or city attraction to future engineers. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to have their name/logo on the Region 4 website as well as in the FRC program booklet. Please note that cost of transportation to/from the tour location is NOT included in the price.

FRC OPENING SESSION: $4,000Opening Session is the official start of FRC. Information pertinent to NSBE at large as well as Region 4’s goals for the 2016–2017 academic year is presented to the membership. The FRC Opening Session will be held on November 18, 2016 at 6 p.m.

The Partner will be afforded the opportunity to address the attendees at this event. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to display their banner and have their name/logo on the Region 4 website. In addition, four (4) reserved seats will be available for Partner representatives during the event.

HOSPITALITY SUITES: $950

A Hospitality Suite is a social/networking event to provide information and answer any questions about your organization and interact with individuals who are interested in internships, co-ops and/or other career opportunities that may be available. The Hospitality Suites afford recruiters the chance to promote your organization as well as get an idea of potential applicants. A/V equipment is available upon request. Hospitality Suites will be held November 18, 2016 from 9:30 p.m. to 12 a.m.

The Partner will be afforded the opportunity to promote their organization and interact with conference attendees before the FRC Career Fair. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to display their banner. Please note that cost of refreshments and A/V charges are NOT included in the price.

MARKETPLACE EXHIBIT: $200

A marketplace exhibit is a great place to showcase your business’s goods and services to our regional membership base. Vendors will be placed in a high-traffic area.

Exhibitors will be afforded the opportunity to promote their organization and interact with conference attendees during the FRC Career Fair. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to display their banner. All marketplace exhibitors MUST provide proof of business insurance.

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IN-KINDDONATIONS

□ CONFERENCE DOCUMENTATIONTo enable members to be fully prepared to document and utilize the information/skills presented during the Fall Regional Conference, in-kind donations of professional development items would be greatly appreciated. Our Partners may choose to have their organization’s logo on any items that are donated. Members will be able to use the materials received for the duration of the conference and thereafter, providing the sponsoring organization with branding throughout NSBE Region 3 (Midwest).

Items of Interest: Pens, Notepads, Portfolios, Key Chains, Offi ce Supplies, etc.

The Partner will receive the branding opportunity of placing their logo on all items donated and having their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

□ CYBER CAFÉIn this technological age, the use of multimedia devices contributes a signifi cant role in networking as well as securing an internship, job, mentor, etc. That being said, the Region 4 Executive Board would like to make this experience a signifi cant one during the course of the Fall Regional Conference. This Cyber Café will be utilized by attendees of the conference to dynamically update their résumés for the FRC Career Fair and send follow-up correspondences on the spot. Our pre-collegiate students will also be able to utilize the Cyber Café during competitions that require an exam.

Items of Interest: 10–15 laptops or personal computers (PCs) as well as 2–3 printers to be LOANED during the course of the conference

The Partner will be aff orded the opportunity to promote their organization and interact with conference attendees. The sponsoring organization’s logo will be placed on a display sign in front and/or inside the room where the event is being hosted. The Partner will also be listed on the Region 4 website as sponsor of the Cyber Café.


FRC PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - PRE-COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR: $2,000

This fair is an opportunity for students to work on an engineering project and give a technical presentation. The fair will promote understanding and implementation of the scientific method and development of presentation skills. This program also allows participants to learn the importance of team collaboration and develop skills to engage in it. In addition, the fair will expose students to the excitement that engaging in science and engineering brings.

The Partner will be able to participate on the judging panel and will be recognized at the event and in the Region 4 e-newsletter. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event partner to display their banner and have their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

ENGINEERING DESIGN COMPETITION (EDC): $5,000

Utilizing their innovation and teamwork, NSBE Jr. participants in the EDC and their advisors will create an autonomous robot using a LEGO MINDSTORMS Kit. Once created and programmed, the robot will navigate an obstacle course to complete a task.

The Partner will be recognized at the event and in the Region 4 e-newsletter. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to display their banner and have their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

MATHCOUNTS: $2,500

MATHCOUNTS is an event designed to assist students in attaining higher ACT/SAT scores and instill confidence in student’s aptitude for mathematics.

The Partner will be recognized at the event and in the Region 4 e-newsletter. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event partner to display their banner and have their name/ logo on the Region 4 website.

TRY-MATH-A-LON: $2,000

The goal of this program is to improve the math skills of African American students in preparation for standardized testing as well as success in college.

The Partner will be able to participate on the judging panel and will be recognized at the event and in the Region 4 e-newsletter. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to display their banner and have their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

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FRC PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS

TECHNICAL RESEARCH EXHIBITION: $3,500

The Technical Research Exhibition is a competition designed to showcase NSBE members’ skills in technical writing, theoretical research and oral presentation. This competition provides an opportunity for graduate students to present their research findings. It also encourages undergraduate students to display their research and to pursue graduate degrees.

The Partner will be afforded an opportunity to have a representative on the judging panel and present awards to the winners of the competition at the Closing Awards Gala. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to display their banner and have their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

BATTLE OF THE ENGINEERS: $2,500

The objective of the Battle of the Engineers competition is to encourage and showcase Academic Excellence and comprehension of the dynamics of solving engineering problems as well as teamwork skills. Program participation occurs through healthy competition in a multiple game showcase with the format of multiple choice and multi-step questions. Questions integrate different engineering disciplines and cover a wide variety of topics, from basic to advanced engineering and science curricula to the history of NSBE and African-American scientists and inventors.

The Partner will be afforded a great opportunity to showcase their organization or city to future engineers. A representative of the organization will have the opportunity address the attendees at this event and provide a game “host” for the competition.

BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION: $5,000

This is a competition that allows collegiate members to compete to get startup money for their businesses. This requires competitors to display a board of their business plan and present a five- to 10-minute pitch of their business

The Partner will be given the opportunity to give the start-up funding or interview the winner for employment or internship. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to have their name/logo on the Region 4 website.

ELEVATOR PITCH COMPETITION: $3,000

This competition allows collegiate members to develop their business skills by pitching their businesses or themselves in 30 seconds

Trophies and monetary prizes will be given to the three highest scorers. The Partner will have the opportunity to interview the winners.


GRADUATING SENIORS RECEPTION: $3,500

The Graduating Seniors Reception is a program designed to honor and celebrate NSBE members who completed or are near completion of their undergraduate or graduate degree programs in the current academic year.

This event is the perfect opportunity for an organization to network and socialize with new talent preparing to enter the workforce. The event Partner will have the opportunity to provide a speaker during the event and have reserved seating for three (3) representatives. A branding opportunity will also be available for the event Partner to display a company banner. Please note that the cost of food and A/V charges are NOT included in this sponsorship price.

MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM PARTNERSHIPS -PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

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A WALK FOR EDUCATION (AWFE): $5,000

AWFE is an annual walk that focuses on informing our communities about how to prepare for college undergraduate and graduate programs. The goal is to encourage and support those who may have the skills and interest in obtaining a higher education. AWFE is hosted by chapters in the region throughout the year to spark an interest in STEM fi elds at a very early stage. AWFE supports NSBE’s mission by enabling our members to be culturally responsible while positively impacting their communities.

The Partner will receive the branding opportunity of placing their logo on the Region 4 website. The event Partner will also receive recognition in the Region 4 e-newsletter as the offi cial sponsor for this event.

MUSEUM TAKEOVER: $3,000

This Region 4 initiative was designed to facilitate interaction between collegiate and pre-collegiate members of NSBE while showing the fun side of science. This program is hosted during Engineers Week in mid-February, and it allows NSBE Jr. members to visit a science or children’s museum with collegiate members in their area.

The Partner will be required to provide 100 T-shirts produced with their name and logo on the back and the NSBE logo and the name of the program on the front (The shirts will help identify all participants of the program). The event Partner will also be recognized in the Region 4 e-newsletter and on the website as the offi cial sponsor for the program.

NON-CONFERENCE PROGRAMS - COMMUNITY OUTREACH


RETENTION PROGRAM: $5,000

The goal of the NSBE Retention Program is to improve the graduation rates of minorities in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). This is the umbrella for three different programmatic pieces designed for freshmen, sophomores and juniors. As a region, we are striving to offer initiatives for chapters not only to participate but demonstrate that they are improving the graduation rates at their institutions. As a region, we would like to provide the chapters who are participating in the NSBE Retention Program with monetary contributions to host tutoring workshops and mentoring opportunities with sponsoring organizations.

The Partner will have the opportunity to mentor the chapters involved in the NSBE Retention Program as well as provide sponsorship for the chapters to have peer tutoring sessions and provide awards for chapters who fulfill the NSBE Retention Program requirements. The Partner will also receive the branding opportunity of having their logo on the Region 4 website and receiving recognition in the Region 4 e-newsletter as the official sponsor for this event.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

CHAPTER AWARDS: $5,000Region 4 likes to honor our members who are living above and beyond the NSBE mission through an awards initiative. This initiative recognizes individuals as well as chapters who are most deserving. The following are examples of the variety of awards that are presented: Chapter of the Year, Pre-Collegiate Initiative and Collegiate Member of the Year. The Chapter of the Year Award varies based on the chapter size (small, medium and large). Chapters are recognized for their contribution to NSBE’s reputation as a top-rated organization to cultivate leaders and innovators. The Pre-Collegiate Initiative and Collegiate Member Awards are provided in the form of a scholarship to recognize the hard work and dedication of the awarded member.

The Partners will have an opportunity to grant an award to the deserving chapter or member. Reserved seating for two (2) representatives will be made available for the sponsoring organization at the Fall Regional Conference Awards Banquet. In addition, the organization will be recognized on the Region 4 website and in the Region 4 e-newsletter as the official sponsor of the award.

MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS: $5,000

To ensure progress and recognize the members in Region 4 who are excelling academically, we offer a variety of NSBE or Corporate-sponsored Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to our pre-collegiate, undergraduate and graduate students. The scholarships enables us, as a society, not only to recognize our highest-achieving members and chapters but also to provide financial assistance to some of our academically improved members and chapters.

Partners will have an opportunity to grant a scholarship that will aid in academic growth and development of a deserving chapter or member. Reserved seating for two (2) representatives will be made available for the sponsoring organization at the Fall Regional Conference Awards Banquet. The sponsoring organization will also be recognized on the Region 4 website and in the Region 4 e-newsletter as an official contributor to the Region 4 scholarship program.

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PARTNERSHIP POLICIES

To achieve maximum exposure and to receive full sponsorship benefi ts, we recommend that organizations reserve sponsorships as early as possible, but at least eight weeks before the event. This allows suffi cient time to place necessary orders, create signage and to include sponsorship information in the offi cial agenda and/or the mobile app. Please note that NSBE will make every attempt to provide full recognition on sponsorships confi rmed less than six weeks before the event, however, some benefi ts may no longer be available.

CANCELLATION

Organizations canceling Fall Regional Conference sponsorship items and/or FRC career fair booth space on or before September 16, 2016, will receive a refund less a twenty percent (20%) cancellation fee. Cancellations received between September 17 and October 14, 2016 will receive a refund less a fi fty percent (50%) cancellation fee. Refunds will NOT be issued for “no shows” or for cancellations received after October 14, 2016, and the exhibiting or sponsoring company will be responsible for the entire fee for the sponsorship and/or the exhibit space reserved.

If you have any questions about partnership opportunities, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in Region 4. We look forward to seeing you!

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PARTNERSHIP PACKET

2016–2017

REGION 4

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