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Table of Contents Welcome!
We are excited to have you with us at TSTC Waco. You will find there is a lot to learn about the school. Inside this guide you can find everything from the way classes work to where to find lunch. Think of it as a personal college road map. TSTC Waco is one of the largest residential two-year technical colleges in the nation, so things may seem overwhelming. We want to help you find your place here, succeed in your goals and find the technology that best fits you. Welcome to New Student Orientation.
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Letter from the President Pg.2 Meet the Administration Pg.3 TSTC History & Facts Pg. 4-5 Finding Your Way Pg. 6 The Academic Process Pg. 7-8 Money Matters Pg. 9-10 Need to Know Pg. 11 Getting Involved Pg. 12 Services & Activities Pg 13-17 Entertainment & Coupons Pg. 18-19 TSTC Crossword Puzzle Pg. 20 Cover photograph by M. Jordon Pollock , MCI Cover and booklet design by Stephanie M. Melendez, ADP First edition, Fall 2009
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www.waco.tstc.edu Class Schedules All class schedules are available on the TSTC Web site. Look for the link at the bottom of the front page.
MyLearning Access online resources for classes, at MyLearning: https:// tstc.blackboard.com
Add Us Find us on Facebook, MySpace and Twitter to keep up with the latest campus news.
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From The President It is my pleasure to introduce you to Texas State Technical College Waco. For more than 40 years, TSTC has provided topquality technical education for Texas. The college is nationally recognized for both the number and quality of our technology graduates. With more than 40,000 TSTC graduates employed throughout the state and nation, our tradition of excellence is strong. TSTC offers almost 100 technical associate degree and certificate programs. Students enroll in courses that offer extensive hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment. In technical courses, students spend approximately 60 percent of their education in laboratories. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, you can look forward to outstanding career opportunities. TSTC offers career training for the future by providing solid basics and advanced technology applications and processes. Our faculty members are experts in their fields, bringing real-world industry experience into the classroom and labs. In addition to our faculty, our strong partnerships with businesses and industries put TSTC graduates at the top of employers’ hiring lists. We have more than 700 industry leaders who serve on advisory committees to keep our programs on the cutting edge. These industry partners help design our curriculum and match our instruction to industry needs, so our graduates are work-ready. With the technical training and skills you learn at TSTC, you will join the largest and fastest growing employment group in the 21st century. But first, you must make a commitment to your future, and I’m glad you are pursuing a technical education at Texas State Technical College Waco. Sincerely,
Elton E. Stuckly Jr. President
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Visions & Values
Texas State Technical College Waco strives to be a leader in strengthening the competitiveness of Texas business and industry by building the state’s capacity to develop the highest quality workforce. Excellence
Achieving the highest quality in all we do.
Leadership
Developing visions and strategies for a desired future; aligning and energizing people to achieve those visions.
Innovation
Creating and implementing new ideas and methods.
Collaboration Working cooperatively with other organizations and within our own system. Responsiveness Providing appropriate programs and services in a proactive, flexible, and timely manner. Accountability Measuring our performance and using the results for improvement. Stewardship
Ensuring our programs and services add value to our students and communities throughout the state and operate in accordance with the public trust for which we are responsible.
About President Stuckly Texas State Technical College Waco President Elton E. Stuckly Jr. is a Central Texas native and a 1975 graduate of the Electrical Power Technology program at TSTC. Mr. Stuckly worked as a Senior Electrical Designer for five years and as an Electrical and Electronics Power Technician for more than seven years before returning to his alma mater. At TSTC, he has served as an Instructor, Department Chair, Vice President for Student Learning and is currently serving as President. Mr. Stuckly has a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science in Technology from the University of Texas at Tyler. Under his leadership, Texas State Technical College Waco has increased enrollment and broadened program offerings to meet the economic needs of Texas.
Meet The Administration At Texas State Technical College, we’re in the business of education. Vice Presidents and student support staff directors at Texas State Technical College serve as the administrative arm of the college. Though administrators don’t have day-to-day contact with students, they provide leadership for developing new programs, outlining policies and systems, enlisting corporate and community support, ensuring accreditation standards and promoting legislative ties that keep the college running smoothly.
Rob Wolaver, Executive Vice President
Carrie Gayeske, Vice President of Human Resources
Ron Sanders,
Paul Woodfin,
Alexis Neumann,
Sarah Patterson,
Brenda Montemayor,
TSTC Chief of Police
Vice President for Student Learning
Associate Vice President for Student Development
Vice President for Financial Services
Director of College Records
Vice President of Enrollment Services
Rob Williams,
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TSTC Historical Timeline 1942
Texas State Technical College’s 2,200-acre campus started out as the Waco Army Air Field, established by the U.S. Government for pilot training.
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The facility’s name changed to James Connally Air Force Base in memory of the late Col. James Thomas Connally, USAF. Connally, a McGregor native and Texas A&M graduate, was killed in action in May 1945 in the Pacific.
In 1945, the base was deactivated and placed on stand-by. In 1948, the base was again activated and named Waco Air Base.
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1964
In December, Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara announced that James Connally Air Force Base of Waco would be phased out by July 1966. Harry Provence, Harlon Fentress and J.H. Kultgen suggest turning the deactivated base into a technical college.
1965
The Texas Legislature authorized the establishment of the James Connally Technical Institute of Texas A&M University at the James Connally Air Force Base by enactment of Senate Bill 487 in April 1965.
1968-1969
The James Connally Technical Institute was accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The 61st Legislature separated the James Connally Technical Institute from Texas A&M and renamed the college Texas State Technical Institute, with the Waco location to be the first campus of a system of technical colleges.
1976-1983
The state of Texas purchased the James Connally Air Force Base from the federal government.
1970
The Kultgen Automotive Center was opened on Oct. 13, 1970.
1991
The Harlon M. Fentress Center was dedicated in 1976.
Texas State Technical Institute was changed to Texas State Technical College in September 1991.
The Electronics Center was added to the Waco campus in 1981.
The East Texas Center in Marshall was added as an extension to the Waco campus.
The Provence Graphic Communications Center was completed in November 1981. Both the Electrical Trades Center/Library and the Technical Studies Center were dedicated Aug. 3, 1983. Groundbreaking ceremonies for the Student Services Center also were held in 1983.
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1967
The first commencement was Aug. 10, 1967. Twenty-eight students graduated from Heavy Construction Equipment Mechanics, the first one-year course offered at the school.
1993-1999
The Aerospace Technologies Center opened on Sept. 9, 1993. (Renamed the Dr. Roy Dugger Center)
The Student Recreation Center was completed in September 1994. The John B. Connally Technology Center opened in March 1999.
TSTC Facts Our Airport The TSTC airport is the largest airport in the nation owned and operated by a two-year public college. Its runways can accommodate the largest of planes, like the military aircraft, the C-5. The airport is mainly used for educational pilot training. Through a joint program with Baylor University, TSTC students can earn a bachelor’s degree in aviation science that utilizes Baylor’s strong aerospace science and academics and TSTC’s top-quality flight program.
Our Students By Age Group Our Instruction TSTC’s educational philosophy is total immersion. Similar to learning a foreign language, the total immersion concept makes information easier to learn and retain. Students who may have been unsuccessful in traditional learning environments (teacher/lecture) succeed with TSTC’s handson interaction and applied learning delivery. Students generally spend approximately 60 percent of their time in laboratories with industry-standard equipment. Full-time students spend 25-35 hours per week in classes and laboratories learning theories and concepts and immediately applying them. The classes at TSTC are kept current with the latest industry-standard curriculum developed through the advice of technology advisory committees comprised of industry leaders from across the state. Currently, TSTC has more than 700 active industry advisors who meet regularly with technologies to keep them abreast of industry demands. TSTC is constantly adapting its curriculum to satisfy the rapidly-changing landscape of technology.
Our Equipment
Younger than 18 7.28%
Age 18 to 24 65.47%
Age 45 & older 4.53% Age 35 to 44 5.16% Age 25 to 34 17.56%
The average age for TSTC Waco students is 23.
By Gender Male 76.01% Female 23.99%
Due to the high cost of capital equipment, TSTC relies on industry donations for much of its equipment. Companies view donations as an investment to ensure TSTC graduates will have exposure to industry-standard equipment.
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Finding Your Way Campus Phone Calls All numbers are the “867” exchange unless otherwise noted. If you are on campus, including Village Oaks Apartments, you may dial the extension number only. If you are in Family Housing, Red River Apartments or are off campus, dial the entire phone number:
(254) 867-EXT
For campus emergencies after 5 p.m. or during weekends, dial “0.”
City Bus Service An alternate mode of transportation is the Waco Transit bus service to and from the campus. For a complete schedule of times and fares, students may pick up a Waco Transit System map in the Recruiting Services office at the Student Services Center.
How to Find Your Classes Classrooms and offices at TSTC are numbered or identified by initials. The names of instructional buildings are often shown abbreviated on documents students receive. Some abbreviations are: JBC John B. Connally Technology Center EEC Electrical/Electronics Center ITC Industrial Technology Center PGCC Provence Graphic Communications Center TSC Technical Studies Center SRC Student Recreation Center SSC Student Services Center RDC Dr. Roy Dugger Center (formerly ASP/Aerospace) Rooms and laboratories within buildings are usually numbered. Larger laboratories within buildings are named according to function.
For a campus map refer to the back cover.
Where Do I Go On Campus? ACADEMIC ISSUES
Questions about insurance ...................................Student Health Services
ACCIDENTS & SICKNESS
ORGANIZATIONS
Report an automobile accident ..........................TSTC Police Department Report an injury accident ...................................TSTC Police Department Receive minor medical treatment .............Student Health Services, SSC
CHECK CASHING
Cash a check ......................................................................................Cashier ‘s
COMMUNICATIONS Make individual copies .................................................. Library, Bookstore Make multiple copies/resumes ................................... Printing Production Send a fax ....................................................Bookstore, Printing Production
COMPUTER LABS Use a computer ....Library, Provence Center, Student Recreation Center
EMPLOYMENT
On campus ..................................................................................Financial Aid
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INSURANCE
Be advised on class selection ............................ Instructional Department Add/Drop a class ................................................. Instructional Department Appeal a grade ..................................................... Instructional Department Check on testing requirements ...............................Center for Assessment Request a TSTC transcript .................................................. College Records Request Tutoring ............................ Student Success Center—Dugger 123 Withdraw from all classes ................................. Instructional Department
LOST & FOUND Report or search for lost items ...........................TSTC Police Department Replace a lost Student ID Card .......................Tech OneCard Office, SSC
NOTARY PUBLIC
Have a document notarized ................................................................ Library Join a student club/organization .................... Student Recreation Center Participate in recreational sports .................... Student Recreation Center
SERVICES Childcare assistance ........................................ Department of Student Life Internet access/issues ........................................... Campus Help Desk, SSC
TICKETS Sports tickets ...................................................... Student Recreation Center
TRAFFIC & PARKING Pay parking fines ............................................................................... Cashier’s Appeal parking tickets .........................Student Government Association
FIND CAMPUS HOUSING Single-student .........................................................................Campus Living Family .......................................................................................Campus Living
The Academic Process Registration Before beginning classes each semester, students must register or enroll. Regular registrations are scheduled approximately two months before the beginning of each semester. Each student’s initial registration must be completed with their technology advisor, but subsequent registrations may be completed by using the online WebAdvisor. Once registered, students will get their WebAdvisor account information after the 12th day of class.
Register Online
WebAdvisor
Register using WebAdvisor
To gain access to a WebAdvisor account and other online tools, students can log in to the https://webadvisor.tstc. edu site. With WebAdvisor students can: • Obtain degree plans (the courses required for completing a degree or certificate) • Register for classes • View class schedules • Check grades • Request an official transcript • View financial information
Before registering, students should identify the classes they need to take, get a department schedule of classes and create a schedule. For each class, they must note the course number and section number.
MyLearning
Step 4: Under “What’s my user name” type in your last name and Student ID and click “Submit.“
MyLearning is another Web application that offers specific resources for classes students are enrolled in. After logging in at https://tstc.blackboard.com, students can view class information including: • Syllabus • Classroom e-mail and chat • Course announcements • Calendar of assignments • Current grades
Student Tip #1 Name: Amber Perry Technology: MCI ”TSTC students get free Baylor tickets for all the Big 12 games. Just go by the Rec Center and ask!” (See Pg. 16)
Step 1: Go to http://www.waco.tstc.edu/. Step 2: Click “WebAdvisor” on the top right-hand side of the screen. Or go directly to: https://webadvisor.tstc.edu.
Step 5: Highlight your username and copy and paste it in the username box. Step 6: Highlight the LAST SIX DIGITS of your Student ID* and copy and paste it in the password box. *(If you have previously enrolled with TSTC, your default password may be set to the last six digits of your Social Security number) Step 7: Click “Submit.” Step 8: Select the “Students” Tab, and select “Register for Sections.” Step 9: If students know the course number, section number, and term, they should select “Express Registration.” If students don’t know this information, they should select “Search and register for sections.” Note: All the TSTC colleges use WebAdvisor. When selecting a specific course, be sure the location is designated as “Waco.”
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The Academic Process Register using WebAdvisor (cont.) To Search and Register for Classes: Select the semester from the drop-down list, select the subject and course level and click on the “Submit” button. From the listing of courses, select a section and location and click the “Submit” button. After selecting the courses, a preferred sections page will allow students to fully register using a drop down box to select “RG-RG Register“ and then submit. Step 10: Once registered for courses, students should print their schedule and review it to make sure they have registered for the necessary courses.
They may also check the “Status” column to be sure Registered has been assigned for each course. To print a copy of their schedule at any time, students may click the MENU button to return to the main student page. They should be careful NOT to use the browser’s forward or back buttons. Step 11: Sign out. It is inadvisable for students to leave WebAdvisor open and signed in on any public access computer.
For WebAdvisor help, contact: Campus Help Desk (254) 867-3072, located in the SSC, Room 136 Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday
Student Tip #2 Name: Courtney Percivill Technology: EHS “Get involved with campus activities. They benefit you in the long run.”
Distance Learning TSTC Waco has an extensive offering of online classes, including two complete online degree programs. A student registers for distance learning classes just as they do for traditional classes, through their faculty advisor or WebAdvisor.
What is distance learning? Distance Learning describes a self-paced instructional format. Instead of an instructor lecturing in front of the class, students work independently from anywhere. This form of learning is an option for individuals who are self-motivated and can work independently in a less structured learning environment. Distance learning courses are fully credited college classes and offer the same material as a lecturebased class. There is no difference in WHAT students are expected to learn. It is the WAY they learn that is different. Supplemental information, course requirements and assignments are mainly delivered through Web-based technologies such as Web pages, chatting software and e-mail. Therefore, students will need the following: n Computer with network connection n Internet access n E-mail address
More information about the distance learning program can be viewed by clicking on Distance Learning on the TSTC Waco home page or at:
www.waco.tstc.edu/admissions/dl
WebAdvisor Common Questions What computers can I use to access WebAdvisor?
Any computer connected to the internet will work. There are computers in the Student Services Center, Library and Student Recreation Center you can use.
I tried to register, but I received a message that I’m not eligible.
If you get a ineligible message, it should include the reasons you couldn’t register and who to contact to continue registration. If you have
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Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements, you must register for remediation classes first. If you have questions about specific courses, cancelled or full classes, contact your technology for assistance.
I want to change my schedule after I have registered for courses.
You can repeat these steps and change your schedule until the day classes start. After the first class day, you MUST complete the drop/add process by seeing your Faculty Advisor.
When are grades posted?
Faculty must submit final course grades no later than two days after the last day of the semester. Final course grades should be available in WebAdvisor four days after the last day of the semester.
How do I know I am registered for the courses? Look at the “Status” column. It should say Registered.
Money Matters Financial Assistance There are several types of financial aid available for a TSTC student. Grants, loans, scholarships, wages from part-time jobs or any combination of these can be packaged for financial assistance. The key to obtaining financial aid is to apply early. Students must fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) each year using TSTC’s Federal School Code number, 003634, to be eligible for aid.
Getting Financial Aid
The first step to getting financial aid is filling out FAFSA each year you are in college.
Applications and information for all financial assistance programs are available in the Financial Aid office, or are accessible on the TSTC Financial Aid Web site, www.waco. tstc.edu/financialaid.
Scholarships Each year a number of individuals, firms and organizations provide scholarships to students attending TSTC. The awards vary in amount. If students are interested in applying for a scholarship, they should contact the chair of their technology department or contact the Financial Aid Office. Most scholarships at TSTC are available to students who complete one or two semesters. More information can also be found on the Financial Aid Web site under “Scholarship Information.“ Or at www. waco.tstc.edu/scholarships.
Installment Plan for Tuition TSTC offers an Installment Payment Plan for tuition. If students choose to pay by installment, one-third the total tuition and fees are due before classes begin, and then two separate payments are due prior to the beginning of the 6th and 11th weeks of 16-week terms. An installment fee of $10 is assessed with the first payment. A late fee of $25 is assessed for late second and/or third payments.
Loan Information Sessions (LIS) Any student at TSTC Waco who receives students loans will have to attend a Loan Information Session. The session will only last around 30 minutes and you only have to attend one. For more information on loan information sessions, contact Rhonda Beauchamp by phone at 867-3624 or by e-mail at rhonda.beauchamp@tstc.edu.
TSTC Money Management Center The Money Management Center provides tools and solutions students need to achieve financial independence during their college experience. The Money Management Center will also sponsor FREE workshops, seminars and clinics covering personal financial and money management topics. Staff members will partner with students from their first day on campus through graduation to address personal financial and money management needs. They will provide confidential personalized consultations. Students will gain insight and clarity in all aspects of their money management situation by scheduling a personal consultation. All information will be held in strict confidence. The Money Management Center offers: » Talking to trained professionals about students’ personal finances » Learning how to establish and manage credit » Creating a financial survival plan for college » Understanding your credit report and credit score » Planning for tuition and fee payments » Planning for expenses during or after college » Graduating with a plan for repaying student debt Please contact Rhonda Beauchamp at 8673626 or 1-800-792-8784, ext. 3626, or e-mail money.management@tstc.edu for more information.
Student Tip #3 Name: Eric Watson Technology: CMT/CNS “Try to get all the scholarships you can. FREE MONEY!”
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Money Matters (cont.) Student ID Cards An ID card is a student’s official Tech OneCard Services passport and visa at TSTC and a way Ext: 4825 to receive financial refunds. Students sharon.gatlin@tstc.edu will need a picture ID made at Tech SSC 136 OneCard Services, located in the Student Services Center, Room 136. The official Tech OneCard is mailed to the student’s address on file. Once they receive a TechOneCard, students must go online to activate the card and choose a refund option.
Cashier's Office
Finding a Bank If a student wants to open a checking account in Waco, there are a lot of options to choose from. Waco has several banks, savings and loan institutions and credit unions. Most banks require an average balance of $100 to open an account, but also have special rates and services for area students. To open an account, contact the new accounts department at the bank. A branch of Educators’ Credit Union, which students may join, is located on campus behind the JBC. Aside from that option, students can also open a checking account by activating the “Tech OneCard” and choosing the “OneAccount” refund option, or at any of the banks, savings and loan institutions or credit unions in Waco. No minimum deposit or credit check is required to open a “OneAccount” through Higher One.
Refunds Refunds will be given only after students have completed an Add/Drop form, which is available in their technology’s department. Full refunds are given before the first class day of each semester, and partial refunds are given thereafter. See the college catalog for complete details about refunds for withdrawal from TSTC.
Cashier’s Office Located in the Student Services Center, the Cashier’s office processes payments for college expenses, TSTC campus housing and parking tickets. It also offers a variety of services for students including: n Bill payment for tuition and housing rent n Check cashing n Postage Stamps
How Do I Activate My TECH OneCard? Go to www.techonecard.com, enter your card number in the “New Cardholders: Activate Your Card” box and follow the step-by-step process. Once you activate the Tech OneCard, you can select a refund option. Refund options: n Use the Tech OneCard as a debit card by opening a free FDIC insured checking account, the “OneAccount,” with Higher One. The Tech OneCard can then be used both on and off campus (anywhere Debit MasterCard® is accepted). A no-fee Higher One ATM is located on campus in the Student Recreation Center for “OneAccount” holders, and a Higher One communication box is located in the Student Services Center across from Campus Living for communication and deposits to Higher One. n Request the money be sent to an existing checking or savings account. The Tech OneCard would then only be used for ID purposes on campus. Students should carry their Tech OneCard with them at all times for identification as a TSTC student. The student ID card is required for admission to many student activities, for use of campus facilities, meal plans and Tech Bucks. Report lost or stolen cards to Tech OneCard Services located in the Student Services Center, Room 136 or log in to OneAccount and click the “Report Card Lost or Stolen” link provided in the message box on the welcome page. If students have questions or problems with their Higher One OneAccount, they can contact Higher One Customer Services directly by using the Higher One Courtesy Phone located in the Student Services Center in the Tech OneCard office, or by calling the 1-800 number located on the back of the card.
Student Tip #4
Name: DeMarcus Davis Technology: EPC “When you come, have an open mind and be ready to share ideas with classmates. Be social.”
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Need To Know Student Code of Conduct TSTC believes a primary factor in strong student morale is an overall regard for good citizenship on the part of the student body. TSTC assumes that students eligible to perform on the college level are familiar with the ordinary rules governing proper conduct and that they will observe these rules as a matter of training and habit. Additional information on student conduct is available in the Student Handbook online at www. waco.tstc.edu/handbook.
HOW to make a Formal Complaint TSTC wants students to be happy with their college experience. Having a chain of command for formal complaints about grades, classes and instructors encourages resolution. Before taking the issue to the college, students should think about if the situation is serious and a valid concern, or if it is a momentary irritation. The following steps explain the chain of command:
STEP 1: When making a formal complaint, students
should write down their concerns. It is important to have a clear idea of the complaint and the resolution being sought. Students should bring any written documentation, including e-mails, assignments or the course syllabus. An appointment may be needed to be set for a meeting.
STEP 2: Students should talk with their instructors first to resolve the problem. They may have made an inadvertent mistake.
STEP 3: If students are unable to reach an agreement
with their instructor, they should talk to the program’s department chair by setting up an appointment through the departmental secretary. Phone numbers and e-mail addresses for all of the department chairs are listed on the college Web site.
STEP 4: If a student is still unsatisfied, the next step is to
talk with the cluster director (the department chair’s boss). Very few complaints make it this far.
STEP 5: The last resort is to speak with the vice president for student learning and the president.
EXCEPTION to the chain of command: If a student believes they have been sexually harassed, threatened or have evidence of criminal wrongdoing, they should go directly to a supervisor.
TSTC POLICE
Uniformed patrol officers are licensed police officers with years of law enforcement experience.
TSTC Police Department TSTC has a full police department in place on campus to ensure the safety of TSTC students, faculty, staff and residents. All of the uniformed patrol officers are licensed police officers with years of law enforcement experience.
TSTC Police Department Non-emergency: 254-867-3690 Officer on duty: 254-867-3983
The primary purpose of the TSTC Waco Police Department is to provide a safe environment. This requires the police officers to assume many different roles including: enforcement of state and college regulations; protection of campus community and property: crime prevention; educating the campus community in law enforcement areas; administering first aid; assistance to other college departments in their mission; counseling/referring and assisting campus visitors. Each year the Police Department publishes its Annual Campus Crime Report. The report can be found on the Web at www.waco.tstc.edu/crimestats. A printed copy will be provided upon request. For more information on the Police Department, visit their Web site at www.waco.tstc.edu/ public_safety.
Parking Regulations TSTC has an open parking system. Students and visitors are not required to register their vehicles for parking. However, parking in reserved spots for faculty and staff will result in a parking citation. Citations may be appealed with the Student Government Association or the TSTC Police Department.
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Getting Involved TSTC Waco students are encouraged to become active in the college by participating in the Student Government Association, student chapters of professional organizations and clubs. Students should also consider contributing to the student newspaper, Tech Times, or joining Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society of two-year colleges.
Student Ambassador Alliance
Student Ambassadors are highly Advisor: Autumn Outlaw informed advocates for Recruiting Ext: 2026 Services, who help staff at college autumn.outlaw@tstc.edu career fairs and information sessions and serve as New Student SSC Orientation Leaders. Being involved in the Student Ambassador Program is a great way to meet people, develop new skills and play a leadership role on campus! Since the program began in 2007, ambassadors have played a vital role in attracting new students to TSTC.
Phi Theta Kappa Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher Advisor: Marta Getman education with more than 2 million Ext: 4832 members and 1,200 chapters. The marta.getman@tstc.edu TSTC Alpha Omega Omega chapter offers memberships to students who have completed a minimum of 12 hours of associate degree course work and earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Students must also maintain a high academic standing throughout their enrollment.
SkillsUSA
Advisor: Edward Hernandez SkillsUSA is a nationwide Ext: 3202 partnership of students, edward.hernandez@tstc.edu teacher and industry that helps prepare America's future skilled workforce by providing competitions in leadership and hands-on categories that correspond to many of TSTC's program offerings. Each year students from across the campus compete at the state and national level in their technologies. TSTC has had several national gold medalists over the years, the highest collegiate honor in a technical field. To get involved, visit www.skillsusa. org to view a list of the available competitions or contact Edward Hernandez, the campus SkillsUSA coordinator.
Student Government Association (not pictured)
Go to Page 16 for a full listing of campus clubs.
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For those who want to get involved with student life on campus, they can become a member of the Student Government Association. The SGA represents students and deals with issues relating to student interests and concerns. Elections are held in April each year. The SGA also administers activity funds, which are allocated for student organizations.
Advisor: Vincent Taylor Ext: 3441 vincent.taylor@tstc.edu The SGA office is located in the SRC. SGA office ext: 2079
Services & Activities Retention Programs & Campus Outreach
TSTC wants all students to Dawn Khoury succeed and fulfill their individual educational goals. As students Ext: 2366 become involved in classes and dawn.khoury@tstc.edu college life, they may encounter SSC some difficulties and obstacles to their success. The department of Retention Programs can help. Its team of Success Coaches is here to provide students with the support and encouragement they need to be a success in their education and complete their goals. Success Coaches: Jafus Cavil- Computer/Graphics ext. 2004 jafus.cavil@tstc.edu n
Wilson Boggess- Engineering ext. 4820 wilson.boggess@tstc.edu n
Stephen Tanton- Aviation & Academics ext. 3638 stephen.tanton@tstc.edu n
Lucy Price- Transportation/Services ext. 3408 lucy.price@tstc.edu n
Center for Assessment
The Center for Assessment offers assessments designed Pamelia Hunter to meet the needs of new Ext: 3606 students, continuing students pamelia.hunter@tstc.edu and graduates. New students SSC have the opportunity to take the Accuplacer (an alternative form of the Texas Higher Education Assessment—THEA) to meet the state requirement to assess the Texas Success Initiative. Also, each new student must meet the College Assessment requirement by taking the Noel Levitz College Student Inventory. Several career interest inventories are also administered. They are designed to help students put career choices into perspective.
College Records
Once students are enrolled at TSTC, the College Records staff is available to print transcripts, make schedule changes and add or drop classes. A transcript can be requested Brenda Montemayor by filling out a transcript Ext: 3061
r e q u e s t a t t h e C o l l e g e brenda.montemayor@tstc.edu Records office. Transcript SSC requests cannot be processed if holds are on the student's account. Currently enrolled students may add courses,
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drop courses, or change sections before classes begin by contacting their program advisors. After classes begin, all students may change their schedules by obtaining course schedule change forms from their instructors and/ or department chairs and submitting them to the College Records office by the deadline published in the TSTC college calendar. Changes are effective only when this process has been completed. College Records also manages student's personal information. In compliance with the “Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)”, TSTC Waco gives notice that directory information will be released upon request and with the approval of the appropriate administrator, unless the student desires to withhold it. Students may prohibit the release of directory information by completing the appropriate form available in the College Records office during registration or within the first eleven class days of each semester. This request remains in effect until revoked, in writing, by the student.
Campus Help Desk
Ext: 3072 studenthelp@tstc.edu The Campus Help Desk (CHD) for students is dedicated to pro- SSC 136 viding computer-related services to the students of TSTC. CHD is staffed by student workers who are the primary contact and support for assisting others in the following areas:
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Services & Activities n Internet access for students in the apartments or dorms on campus for only $60 a semester n Minor PC troubleshooting and virus removal n WebAdvisor and MyLearning and password management login assistance n Wired internet service for Village Oaks and Lavaca Hall.
available to all TSTC students. It is designed to help students become successful in their quest of completing educational goals.
To sign up and activate an Internet access account, students can stop by CHD with their valid student ID card.
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Online resources to include but not limited to selected academic and technology software.
Brent Burns Deaf/Disabled Student Ext: 3600 (voice) Services (D/DSS) functions 866-290-8665 as a support service to deaf and hard of hearing students (voice/videophone) and those with disabilities. brent.burns@tstc.edu Reasonable accommodations Fentress Center are provided for students with certified disabilities identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. After providing appropriate documentation of his or her disability and his or her prescription for auxiliary aids, each student is evaluated individually to determine suitable accommodations. Some of the types of accommodations which may be provided include: tape recorders, extended test time, alternate testing sites, scribes, sign language interpreters, note takers and the use of special adaptive equipment. Students are encouraged to contact D/DSS early to allow sufficient time for processing accommodation requests. D/DSS collaborates with both college personnel and students with disabilities to facilitate appropriate accommodations to assist in the student’s academic endeavors.
Student Success center The Student Success Center at Texas State Technical College is an open, interactive learning environment
Christine Kinslow Ext: 2303 christine.kinslow@tstc.edu Dugger 123
Student Tip #5 Name: Matthew Bell Technology: EHS
“Pick a major and stick with it. If not, take as many basic classes as possible”
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The Student Success Center’s staff and peer student tutors provide assistance with academic and technical subjects through one-on-one and small group tutorial sessions. Additional resources include:
The Student Success Center is open Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Student Health Services Student Health Services staff provides health care and health programs designed to help students treat and prevent medical conditions which will keep them from taking full advantage of educational opportunities.
Amanda Spencer, RN Ext: 3820 amanda.spencer@tstc.edu Outside entrance at the front of the SSC
If a student has an accident or illness, TSTC Waco will assist them in receiving medical attention. Students enrolled at TSTC are eligible to participate in a low-cost, group insurance plan for themselves and their families. Although TSTC Waco’s Student Health Services department is limited to basic health care and nursing, including immunizations and screenings, the staff works closely with health care providers in the community. In addition, the health services staff is available to assist students during school hours. The office provides the following health services: set up confidential HIV testing in Waco, check temperatures, perform vision screening exams, stock a variety of overthe-counter medications and test blood pressure
Student Insurance All students attending TSTC may purchase an insurance plan. Students taking six hours or more are required to participate in this plan unless proof of comparable coverage is furnished at the time of registration, or the
Services & Activities student accepts responsibility for medical expenses. The student insurance plan protects students at home, at school or while traveling 24 hours a day. Insured students may also insure their dependents. Insurance pamphlets are available at Student Health Services in the Student Services Center.
Campus Living TSTC offers a number of housing choices Campus Living for students and families who want to Ext: 3824 live closer to their classes. Two options SSC for single student housing are the college-owned apartments, Red River and dorm-style living offered at Lavaca Hall. Another option are the campus homes and duplexes for family housing. Families and individuals over the age of 23 can choose from two, three and four bedroom, brick and single-unit homes. The homes offer students with families an affordable option for campus living. For information on housing in Red River, Lavaca Hall or family housing, contact the Campus Living office in the Student Services Center. The other on-campus housing option Village Oaks is the privately-owned Village Oaks Ext: 3823 Apartments. Floor plans, leasing information and online leasing can be accessed at http://www.campushousing.com/tstc.
Campus Meal Plan TSTC students have three meal plan Student Accounting choices. These plans allow students Ext: 4803 to access meal services at their SSC convenience without the worry of paying each time. Café menus are designed and written specially for TSTC Waco students. The daily features include ethnic and cultural favorites, hearthealthy items and grab and go items for those in a hurry. The staff of the TSTC Café will also make every effort to accommodate special dietary needs. All new students residing on campus in Lavaca Hall, Red River Apartments or Village Oaks Apartments who are 21 years or younger on the first day of their first semester are required to participate in the IM525 Meal Plan* option for his/ her first two consecutive semesters on campus, in addition to housing fees. These students are not limited to these meal plans and may purchase a meal plan upgrade during the sign-up period. All three meal plans are available to every student for purchase.
Contact Student Accounting to sign up for one of the following plans: IM1500 Meal Plan $1,100/sem. $1,500/sem. actual value IM1025 Meal Plan $975/sem. $1,025/sem. actual value IM525 Meal Plan* $495/sem. $525/sem. actual value
Department of Student Life The Department of Student Life (DSL) fulfills a vital role for students by providing assistance and support for living Frances Worthey and learning, as well as needed Ext: 3634 social activity. Student Life pro- frances.worthey@tstc.edu vides a foundation that all stuSSC dents can build upon and draw from for support as they pursue careers in technical and non-traditional fields. The DSL staff and the activities they provide can help build self-esteem, self-confidence and good study skills as students pursue a quality education for careers in technology. Services include: n Assistance with parenting skills and related issues n Daycare assistance n Financial planning and assistance n Individual and group counseling n Information and referral to social service agencies n Seminars and workshops n Support groups n Textbook Lending Library
Student Employment Services
Cheryl Thomas Ext: 2220 cheryl.thomas@tstc.edu
If a student needs to work part-time while enrolled in classes, the TSTC Student Employment Office can help. It is located within the Financial Aid Office in the Student Services Center. It can provide available employment leads for part-time or on- and off-campus employment. Assistance with student employment opportunities after graduation is coordinated through the individual technology programs.
Student Tip #6
Name: Josh Norvelle Technology: ADP & WEB “Don’t stress, it is so much easier than they make it seem”
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Services & Activities Student Recreation Center
Vincent Taylor Ext: 3441 vincent.taylor@tstc.edu SRC
At the Student Recreation Center (SRC), located near the heart of the campus, students can play a pick-up game of basketball or take a few swings on a racquetball court. They can tone muscles in the weight room or take a dip in the outdoor student pool. Whatever it may be, students can probably do it at the SRC.
The center includes a gym, a racquetball court, a weight-training room, aerobic exercise equipment, showers/locker rooms, a game room and a television lounge area. The SRC also houses offices for Student Activities, Recreational Sports and the Student Government Association, as well as meeting rooms available to campus and student groups. Near the SRC are tennis courts, a jogging track, softball diamonds, a soccer/ football field and the swimming pool. Students can use the SRC free of charge with a valid student ID card. The campus game room is located in the SRC and is equipped with billiard tables, XBox video games, table tennis and computer terminals. If students have that competitive spirit, the Recreational Sports program features a variety of activities for both individual and team competitions among students and other colleges. Team sports include flag football, basketball, soccer, softball, dodgeball and volleyball. Activities such as golf, tennis, racquetball, weight lifting and aerobics are available to students who may be interested in individual competition. Open seven days a week, the SRC provides hours of entertainment and fitness for the active student. The SRC’s hours of operation are: Monday through Thursday – 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday – 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday – noon - 6 p.m.
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TSTC And Big 12 Sports
TSTC students can attend all Baylor University home football and basketball games, as well as McLennan Community College basketball games, at no charge. Tickets are distributed through the Student Activities Office in the SRC.
Dia Techsana One highlight of the year for students is Dia Techsana, or “day of the technician.” Student organizations gather one afternoon each fall, and participants can enjoy booths, refreshments, games, contests and recreational activities. This event is hosted by SGA.
Student Organizations Another way for students to Vincent Taylor become involved is through Ext: 3441 student organizations. Students vincent.taylor@tstc.edu may form new organizations by Student Activities completing an application and Office in the SRC getting approval from the Student Activities Office. Current campus organizations are related to both professional fields and general interests. The following is a list of some organizations currently active at TSTC: Alpha Eta Rho American Welders Society (AWS) Biomedical Equipment & Medical Imaging Club Baptist Student Ministry Culinary Club Deaf Student Club (DSC) Digital Media Design Club (DMD) Electrical Power & Control Club Environmental Health & Safety Club (EHS) Graphic Design Club Graphics and Programming Club (GAP) Health Physics Society Hispanic Student Association (HSA) Instrument Systems and Automation Society (ISA) Native American Student Association (NASA) Media Communication & Information Club (MCI) Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Omega Chapter Photonics Club SkillsUSA Clubs Student Government Association (SGA) The Drafting Club Web Design & Development Club (WDDC) Writers Anonymous Women in Technology
Services & Activities Library
Tech Times TSTC’s publication for students, Tech Times, is published on a monthly basis throughout the college year and is distributed to students at no cost. Tech Times provides information TSTC students need to stay informed of campus activities. Issues of the Tech Times feature: n
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Tech Times
Sarah-Jane Sanders Ext: 3035 s.j.sanders@tstc.edu Located in the Marketing & Communications office in Patterson Hall.
E-News & Social Networks To be up-to-date on all the campus news and events, students can sign up for the Student e-Newsletter, a weekly e-mail with important information about TSTC. There is a sign up box on the main Web site, www.waco.tstc.edu. Also, students can find, friend and follow TSTC on their favorite social networking site. TSTC is on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr. Links to the sites are also on the main TSTC Web site.
College bookstore The TSTC bookstore maintains a Ext: 3802— In the SSC wide selection of books and supplies required for classes and labs. The bookstore also offers an assortment of educational materials, health care products, cards, envelopes, snacks and an array of college sportswear, hats and novelties. Textbooks are required for most courses on campus. The cost of textbooks and tools varies by course and instructional program. The TSTC Bookstore is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and remains open when registration hours are extended.
Ext: 4846 The TSTC Library, located between http://walib.tstc.edu the Electronics Center and the Located across the Technical Studies Center, offers mall from SSC students more than 61,000 books and 350 periodicals, including general interest magazines, technical and professional journals and newspapers. Also available are private study rooms, drafting tables, TTY, photocopiers, microfiche readers and more than 2,000 videos and 500 DVDs. The library also houses a computer laboratory that provides more than 20 software programs and applications for student use. The lab has 25 multimedia computers with Internet access. Students can also access the library online databases from off-campus by going to the Web site and logging in using their student ID number. The library is a member of TexShare, a statewide consortium of libraries, which allows TSTC students to check out materials from other TexShare member libraries. To use TexShare, students must get a card at the circulation desk. Please see the library’s Web page at http://walib.tstc.edu for links to reference sites and online reference assistance from the TSTC Waco Library staff.
New Student Orientation New Student Orientation (NSO) is designed to introduce students to the diverse technical programs, campus dynamics and unique atmosphere at TSTC. NSO sessions are scheduled at the beginning of each semester to help new students acclimate to campus life. All new students attending TSTC for the first time are required to attend an orientation session. For more information, go to www.waco.tstc.edu/ orientation.
Autumn Outlaw Ext: 2026 autumn.outlaw@tstc.edu SSC
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Entertainment
Hot Spots What To Do And Where To Go There comes a time in life to put the books aside and enjoy yourself! Though you may not think Waco is the entertainment capitol of the world, you can still find fun activities to do in town and in the surrounding areas. For an entire listing area attractions, visit the Waco Convention & Visitors Bureau Web site at www.wacocvb.com.
Waco’s Top Television and Radio Stations Television
Waco offers four local access stations, as well as dozens of cable or satellite access channels.
KCEN Channel 9 KWTX Channel 10 KXXV Channel 25 KWKT Channel 44
Radio
Many radio stations serve the Waco area. Some of them include:
FM BAND: KBCT 94.5
The Waco Water Park is close to campus and offers family fun at affordable prices.
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KLRK 92.9
Light Rock
KBGO 95.7
Good-time Oldies
KWTX 97.5
Top 40
WACO 100
Country
KBRQ 102.5 Rock KWBU 107.1 Baylor University AM BAND: KBBW 1010
Christian
KWTX 1230
News/Talk
KRZI 1580
News/Talk
KRZX 1660
Sports/Talk
Student Tip #7 Cameron Park Zoo has interactive exhibits that are fun for adults and children.
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Try out mountain biking, disc golf or hiking at Cameron Park.
Name: Shawn Keen Technology: ADP
"Always go to class! It's much harder to succeed in a class if you skip. You have to work twice as hard to make it up."
Dining Options & Coupons Waco Dining Options
Restaurants in Waco offer a variety of choices to suit every taste and budget. From Tex-Mex tamales to oldworld Italian, Waco's cuisine is a daily celebration of its colorful culture. From plain to fancy, family-style to date-style, restaurants in Waco serve up American, Mexican, French, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Italian, Cajun, and good ol' Texas barbecue that can't be beat. For a complete listing of Waco area restaurants, visit http://www.wacocvb.com. Closed Weekends
Tom’s Smokehouse Dine In or Carry Out
Free drink with meal (with student ID)
3125 Bellmead Dr. Waco, TX 76705
Free medium drink with meal (with student ID and this coupon)
Yes, We Cater (254) 799-2345
Computer Giant
Home of the Big O 1925 Speight Ave Waco, TX 76706 (254) 753-1421
Free chips and salsa (with student ID and this coupon) www.georgesrestaurant.com
3112 Bellmead Dr. Waco, TX 76705 (254) 412-0823 Upgrades Networking Custom Computers PC Repair Computer parts and more
10% off with this coupon
www.computergiantwaco.com
$3 off with student ID 15% off (with student ID and this coupon)
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TSTC Crossword Directions
Complete the crossword with things you learned in New Student Orientation. There are no spaces included between words. See how far you can get without looking the answers up!
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1 Organization that represents students and deals with their interests and concerns (three words, Pg. 12) 2 Department that manages on-campus housing (two words, Pg. 15) 3 The name of TSTC’s student ID (two words, Pg.10) 4 Classes that are offered only online (two words, Pg. 8) 5 Short for the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (Pg. 13) 6 Department where you can get your TSTC transcript (two words, Pg. 13) 7 Two-year college honor society (three words, Pg. 12) 8 An afternoon of fun and games for students (two words, Page 16) 10 Department dedicated to providing computer-related services to TSTC students. (three words, Pg. 13) 11 Web application students can use to register for classes (Pg 7) 14 Students can apply for these to get more money for school expenses (Pg. 9) 15 TSTC President’s last name ( Pg. 2)
Across 1 Building on campus that housing a gym, game and weight rooms. (three words, Pg. 16) 5 Free Application for Federal Student Aid acronym (Pg. 10) 9 The TSTC student newspaper (two words, Pg. 17) 12 A TSTC staff member in Reten-
tion Programs & Campus Outreach who helps students complete their education goals (two words, Pg. 13) 13 A student who works with Recruiting Services at college fairs and servces as an Orientation Leader (two words, Pg. 12)
16 Competitions in technical fields for secondary and post-secondary students (Pg. 12) 17 A Web application that offers specific resources for classes students are enrolled in (Pg. 7)
CONTACT US For campus emergencies after 5 p.m. or during weekends, dial “0.” All numbers are the “867” exchange unless otherwise noted. If you are on campus, including Village Oaks Apartments, you may dial the extension number only. If you are in Family Housing, Red River Apartments or are off campus dial the entire phone number:
(254) 867-EXT
Direct Main Number...........................................(254) 799-3611 Toll-Free................................................................1-800-792-8784 Emergency Numbers Campus Police.......................................................................3690 Fire Department......................................................................911 Nurse.......................................................................................3820 Operator.......................................................................................0 Campus Numbers Bookstore................................................................................3802 Tornado Alley Café...............................................................3911 Campus Living......................................................................3824 Cashier’s.................................................................................3787 Center for Assessment..........................................................3609 College Records . ..................................................................2362 Deaf/Disabled Student Services..........................................3600 Dept. of Student Life.............................................................3634 Educators’ Credit Union.............................................. 799-8946 Financial Aid..........................................................................4814 Health Services......................................................................3820 Library....................................................................................4846 Recreational Sports (Intramurals).......................................3608 Recruiting...............................................................................2005 Retention Programs & Campus Outreach.........................2366 Student Activities..................................................................3400 Student Government Association.......................................2079 Student Help Desk................................................................3072 Student Recreation Center...................................................3400 Tech Times................................................................................3035 Village Oaks...........................................................................3823 Student Success Center (Tutoring).....................................2303
Calendar
2009-2010 ------------------------------------------------------Fall 2009 -------------------------------------------------------
July 27 Registration opens for returning students Aug. 3 Registration begins for new students Aug. 28 Last day to register for Fall Aug. 31 First Class Day Sept.7 Student & Staff Holiday Oct. 8 Last day to apply for graduation Oct. 9 Student Holiday Nov. 13 Last day to withdraw with “W” Nov. 26-27 Student & Staff Holidays Dec. 11 End of Semester Dec. 14 - Jan. 1 Semester Break Campus closed for Winter Break from Wednesday, Dec. 23 to Friday, Jan. 1
------------------------------------------------------Spring 2009 ------------------------------------------------------Nov.16 Registration opens for returning students Nov. 23 Registration begins for new students Jan. 8 Last day to register for Spring Jan. 11 First class day Jan. 18 Student & Staff Holiday Feb. 12 Last day to apply for graduation March 8-12 – Spring Break April 1 Last day to withdraw with “W” April 2 Student & Staff Holiday April 30 End of semester
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Registration begins for returning students Registration begins for new students Last day to register First class day for 15-week Summer term Student & Staff Holiday Last day to apply for graduation Last day to withdraw with “W” End of term
For up-to-date TSTC event information, click the “Calendars“ link on the TSTC Waco home page, www.waco.tstc.edu.
Texas State Technical College Waco is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to awards Associate of Applied Science degrees and Certificates of Completion. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Texas State Technical College Waco.
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