Fall 2021 Registered Student Organization Fair

PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS

212 Campus Ministry Alliance Alpha Gamma Delta Alpha Omicron Pi Alpha Sigma Alpha Alpha Tau Omega Alpha Upsilon Alpha and Reading Club Amnesty International Association of Information Technology Professionals Black Student Council Block & Bridle Christian Veterinary Fellowship College Republicans Collegiate Farm Bureau Delight Ministries MSU Delta Zeta Dressage Club Food Recovery Network Horticulture Club Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers International Student Organization Kappa Delta Kentucky Education Association Aspiring Educators Management, Marketing, Business Administration, Logistics and Supply Chain Club Men's Club Soccer Model United Nations

MSU Cinema Classics Club MSU Game Lab MSU Political Science Club MSU Sci-Fi Fantasy Club MSU Student TESOL Organization Murray Environmental Student Society Murray State Archery Murray State Chapter of Student Veterans of America National Student Speech Language Hearing Association Omicron Delta Kappa (National Leadership Honor Society) Omicron Sigma Kappa (OSK) Pi Kappa Alpha Pre-Law Association Pre-Physician Assistant Club Racer E-Sports Sigma Alpha-Alpha Upsilon Sigma Pi Gamma Upsilon Springer-Franklin RCC St. Jude Up 'til Dawn Student Government Association Student Health Educators Association Student Nutrition Association Student Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Chapter The Episcopal College Fellowship The National Society of Leadership and Success Wildlfe and Fisheries Society

212 CAMPUS MINISTRY

212 Campus Ministry is a non-denominational Christian ministry group that provides a safe place on campus to make friends and grow in your faith. We believe the best college experience includes a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and we do Bible Study every Wednesday at 7 PM in the Curris Center Theater to help facilitate that growth.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

ALLIANCE

Alliance is Murray State University’s student-led LGBTQIA+ organization. Alliance is here to provide a safe place for LGBTQIA+ students and allies to learn about one another and have fun. We help to create a safe and inviting campus environment for LGBTQ+ students by connecting them to faculty and staff, one another, and allies. Our meetings are a mix of educational and recreational activities—we learn about LGBTQIA+ history and experience, but mostly we try to have fun and make friends.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

ALPHA GAMMA DELTA

Alpha Gamma Delta is an international women’s organization committed to providing services to others, carving a path for new members through the lifelong spirit of sisterhood, and opportunities for personal growth. Our sisterhood is committed to challenging each other to lead lives of significance that positively impact our communities. Our philanthropic focus is fighting hunger. Our collegiate chapter at Murray State University is Gamma Xi. Gamma Xi works particularly close with the Murray community to make a difference in the community where we are placed. Gamma Xi is highly respected across campus and has obtained the highest GPA of NPC sororities for the past two semesters. Contact our president, Daniella Tebib, for more information at dtebib@murraystate.edu!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 76-100 ZOOM LINK

ALPHA OMICRON PI

Alpha Omicron Pi is an all women Greek organization committed to uplifting each other throughout their collegiate experience.

AOII flawlessly demonstrates their motto, “Inspire Ambition� by trusting and treating sisters with respect while at the same time upholding their core values: friendship, leadership, service, character, dignity, scholarship, and college loyalty.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 76-100 ZOOM LINK

ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

The women of Alpha Sigma Alpha was founded in 1901 with the goal of creating women of poise and purpose and to assist our members in fostering lifelong friendships. We strive to follow our sorority's open motto of "Aspire, Seek, Attain." Alpha Sigma Alpha promotes high ideals and standards for its members throughout their lives by emphasizing balance among our four aims of intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual development.

The women of Beta Nu are involved in over 50 campus and community organizations encompassing all four aims. Alpha Sigma Alpha's national service and giving projects are Special Olympics, Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, and Girls on the Run. Locally, Beta Nu also supports the Toys for Tots program and many other philanthropies for Murray State organizations!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 76-100 ZOOM LINK

ALPHA TAU OMEGA

Alpha Tau Omega is a fraternity that gives you the best opportunities. It is a place where you can grow and develop in meaningful ways. ATO is something bigger than a college experience, it is a brotherhood with strong values.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

ALPHA UPSILON ALPHA & READING CLUB Alpha Upsilon Alpha is a professional honor society dedicated to promoting literacy in our community. We host literacy nights at the local library where we dress up as storybook characters and read to children, participate in the Dr. Seuss celebration in March, pack boxes for Operation Christmas Child, make literacy brochures for elementary-aged children, and newborn literacy brochures for the maternity ward of the local hospital. Every meeting offers opportunities for professional development in the education field.

AUA has two different divisions of the club, but both divisions meet at the same time and do all the same events together. The only difference is the membership fees. The divisions and requirements for joining are as follows: Reading club: This division of the club is open to anyone who wants to promote literacy in the community and is enrolled at MSU. Membership dues are $10 for the whole school year.

AUA: This club is a professional honor society dedicated to promoting literacy in the community. Requirements for joining are: Maintain a 3.3 or higher GPA and Must attend and be involved in at least one activity/event per semester.

Membership dues are approximately $51 for the entire school year.

Link to AUA website and facebook pages: https://sites.google.com/murraystate.edu/murraystatealphaupsilonalpha/home. https://www.facebook.com/AlphaUpsilonAlphaatMurrayStateUniversity/

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL

Amnesty International's vision is of a world in which every person enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights instruments. In pursuit of this vision, Amnesty International’s mission is to undertake research and action focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of these rights.

The Murray State group has hosted forums on Breonna's Law, ending gun violence in the U.S., and Write for Rights events.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

ASSOCIATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONALS

AITP is an organization for students to learn more about careers in Information Technology. All majors are welcome! We hear from professionals in the field, attend workshops over various technologies, and much more.

***organization available after 3:30 pm ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

BLACK STUDENT COUNCIL

Black Student Council is an organization that aims to give a voice to the minority. We make sure that the minority doesn’t feel alienated, alone, but have an equal opportunity to express their individuality here on Murray States Campus.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

BLOCK & BRIDLE

The Murray State Block & Bridle is a chain group of the National Block & Bridle. Our main focus in animals in agriculture. You do not have to be an agriculture major, just someone who has been are wants to be in a group where we talk to others about animals in agriculture, go on trips to farms, and other fun events all to enhance our minds on animals in agriculture.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

CHRISTIAN VETERINARY FELLOWSHIP CVF is a Christian organization specifically for students pursuing a career in animal medicine. We are a student chapter of Christian Veterinary Mission, a non-profit organization which helps equip and encourage Christian animal professionals in their work. Our goal is to enhance our relationship with Christ, build friendships with other Christians, provide a visible presence at Murray State University and local community, and increase awareness of opportunities for Christian service in veterinary medicine.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

COLLEGE REPUBLICANS

The College Republicans strive to encourage the political involvement of college students. We work to involve members in the campaigns of various candidates at all levels of government. If you are interested in hearing from candidates and elected officials, participating in political campaigns, and meeting with fellow Republicans, this is the perfect group for you!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

COLLEGIATE FARM BUREAU

Our mission is to provide college students with leadership development opportunities, preparing them for future roles in Farm Bureau, other agriculture organizations, their communities, and the state.

If you want to learn more about how to be a voice for agriculture on campus come join us!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

DELIGHT MINISTRIES MSU

We aim to provide a space on college campuses for women to vulnerably share how Christ has been at work in their lives. Our mission is to give college women numerous opportunities to meet with Jesus and have their lives transformed! We’ve seen time and time again that community is often the catalyst for true Kingdom impact.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

DELTA ZETA

Delta Zeta is a Greek sorority on campus. We were founded at Murray State in 2017 and have been creating our sisterhood ever since - focusing on our philanthropic efforts towards Hearing and Speech. Our purpose is to create among a group of women a true and lasting friendship, to encourage one another in the pursuit of knowledge, to promote values-based living and embrace social responsibility.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 76-100 ZOOM LINK

DRESSAGE CLUB

The Murray State Dressage Club is an equestrian organization that focuses on teaching the principles of the art of Dressage and horsemanship while continuing to demonstrate the various benefits through a positive learning environment, to facilitate in the formation of relationships between the horse and rider and fellow members, and to represent Murray State University in a fun, but professional manner at competitions and various equine events.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

FOOD RECOVERY NETWORK

Food Recovery Network is the largest student-led movement fighting food waste and working to end hunger in America. In 2011, four students at the University of Maryland, College Park noticed perfectly good dining hall food was ending up in the trash at the end of the night. They worked to recover meals destined for the landfill day by day, and when the school year was over, they had delivered 30,000 meals to Washington, D.C.-area hunger-fighting nonprofits. And soon, Food Recovery Network was born. Not overnight, but with the steady and unwavering passion its first student founders poured into it.

Their work made a scalable model that was difficult for campus administrators to refuse, and easy for other college students around the world to say yes to. We hope you will join us in our fight to end hunger and food waste in America.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

GAME LAB

The purpose of this organization is to provide a forum for fans of videogames to discuss games and participate in activities relating to the design of games. Every week different topics will be discussed, along with watching gameplay of some games that pertain to said topics. Currently will remain virtual during the Spring, will plan physical meetings for the Fall.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

HORTICULTURE CLUB

We are a community/work based club of students and supervisors that have a passion for plants. We work hand in hand with the Arboretum with plant sales, community projects, and educational outreaches.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS

IEEE is an organization that is primarily for engineering students, but welcoming of students with any major. We hold many engineering-centered school and community outreach events. We also house MSU's robotics team, and have teams that compete regionally in hardware (robot), software (hackathon), networking, ethics, T-shirt design, and website design competitions.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION International Student Organization (ISO) is an organization created to promote cultural diversity and friendship, inside and outside of campus. The ISO’s mission is to encourage and enhance interaction among international students at Murray State University, enable their adjustment to their new environment, and help resolve issues and concerns international students might have both in the university community and in broader sectors.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 101+ ZOOM LINK

KAPPA DELTA

As women of the Delta Iota chapter of Kappa Delta sorority, we love to give to our Murray, Kentucky community in any way we can. Our national philanthropies, Prevent Child Abuse America and The Girl Scouts of America, allow us to impact not only lives around the nation but lives that are right in our area.

Kappa Deltas strive to make great things happen in the lives of our women on campus and in our community. The principles and ideals upon which our organization was founded are ingrained in everything we do as a sorority. Kappa Delta inspires its members to reach their potential by offering opportunities for leadership, personal development, academic success and community service, all in the context of true friendship.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 76-100 ZOOM LINK

KENTUCKY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION ASPIRING EDUCATORS Kentucky Education Association- Aspiring Educators is a professional association for those pursuing careers as educators. KEA-AE provides opportunities to meet other education majors and current teachers, to explore cutting edge issues in education, and interact with the community.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 76-100 ZOOM LINK

MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN CLUB The purpose of the MMBA-LSC Club of Murray State University is to provide a forum and venue for professional networking opportunities, to advance the educational and career goals of its members, and to foster esprit de corps among its members through scheduled meetings, social, and recreational activities.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 51-75 ZOOM LINK

MEN'S CLUB SOCCER

We are the premier provider for high-level, completive men's soccer here at Murray State. Our three practices per week give players something to look forward to as they continue to improve their game. On the weekends, our team participates in an organized league along with other college teams, providing travel opportunities to places like eastern Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia (during non-pandemic times, of course). Tryouts are held at the beginning of every semester.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

MODEL UNITED NATIONS

Model UN (MUN) is a simulation of the United Nations where students play the role of delegates from various countries.

In the simulation, student delegates attempt to find solutions to the world's most pressing problems.

Participating in MUN allows students to debate global issues, strengthen communication skills, and learn about the UN and its member states. Club members attend MUN conferences and represent Murray State University both regionally and nationally.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

MSU CINEMA CLASSICS CLUB Cinema Classics Club is a club where students at Murray meet to watch and discuss movies. Cinema Classics Club is a club where students at MSU meet to watch and discuss movies.

We always watch 2 movies, typically one that’s a little older and one that’s a little more modern. They fit together thematically, and we host a little discussion after the movies where we talk about them. We watch a variety of movies from a variety of years, but the goal is to view classic movies that people our age might not normally view. Some movies we’ve screened in the past include To Kill A Mockingbird, Singin’ in the Rain, Chicago, and Carol. Whether you are already an avid film fan or you are just looking for a fun Friday night with friends, this might be the club for you!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

MSU POLITICAL SCIENCE CLUB The purpose of the club is to have an open space for political discussion and learning. We are focused on sharing information, not pushing persuasion!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

MSU SCI-FI FANTASY CLUB

We are a group of people who enjoy sci-fi and fantasy genres of all kind. We have weekly meetings with different topics that make the club fun for everyone.

All types of media fitting into the sci-fi fantasy genres are encouraged and the more variety the better!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

MSU STUDENT TESOL ORGANIZATION The MSU Student TESOL Organization is an organization that works with students in the TESOL major and those interested in TESOL. It also focuses on many aspects of the TESOL experience.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

MURRAY ENVIRONMENTAL STUDENT SOCIETY A student organization working to promote awareness and activism in environmental and conservation issues while enjoying and engaging in outdoor recreational activities.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

MURRAY STATE ARCHERY

The archery club meets 1-2 times per week to practice shooting bows. We have instructors that will help students learn the finer points of shooting. All are welcome from those who are great shots, to those who have never shot in their life! Some students go on to compete in competitions, but for many this is just a hobby. So come to have a good time!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 51-75 ZOOM LINK

MURRAY STATE CHAPTER OF STUDENT VETERANS OF AMERICA Organization for Student Veterans

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

NATIONAL STUDENT SPEECH LANGUAGE HEARING ASSOCIATION National Student Speech Language Hearing Association is a student-run organization that focuses on communication sciences and disorders. This organization is available for all students who are interested in learning more about communication disorders and audiology. Our organization also provides CDI Majors a chance to meet one another, as well as faculty, and learn about being a Speech/Language Pathologist and Audiologist through various activities and community service opportunities.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

OMICRON DELTA KAPPA Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK), the National Leadership Honor Society, is one of the top honor societies in the country. It recognizes outstanding leadership in the following areas: Scholarship; Athletics; Campus or Community Service, Social and Religious Activities, and Campus Government; Journalism, Speech and Mass Media; and Creative and Performing Arts. Students must be in the top 35% of their class to be eligible -- we accept applications from sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Membership is a great honor and comes with opportunities for scholarships, networking, and more! Some activities of the MSU circle of ODK include: food/supply drives and other service projects, and selection of the Faculty Adviser of the Year Award.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

OMICRON SIGMA KAPPA

A better you begins here.

Are you fascinated by how people interact with one another? Do you want to develop your communication skills? Are you interested in gaining a broader perspective of how the world works? Do you want to bring a greater value to your family, workplace, and community?

A degree in organizational communication provides you with the tools you need to succeed, and we in OSK are here to help you get there. Learn how you can develop your leadership skills and immerse yourself in a network invested in your success.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

PI KAPPA ALPHA Welcome to the Epsilon Lambda Chapter! Our organization was founded on faith and achieving excellence in order to develop young men into scholars, leaders, athletes, and gentlemen. Along with these four characteristics, we strive to be socially involved on our campus while creating a lifelong brotherhood with one another. Our goal is to provide brothers with an opportunity to network among the nation with fellow members of our organization. Our fraternity acts as a stepping stone for all future endeavors. Go Greek!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 76-100 ZOOM LINK

PRE-LAW ASSOCIATION The Pre-Law Association works to provide members with the information needed to prepare for the LSAT and to help members learn about the law school application process. We host LSAT workshops, participate in law school fairs, and visit various law schools around our area. While all visits this year are virtual, all members still have a chance to hear from a law school of their choosing, and distance poses no problem! If you are wanting to find a place to work on your journey to law school, this is the group for you!

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

PRE-PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT CLUB Our mission, as a Pre-PA Club, is to spread awareness of the physician assistant profession and to create resources involving graduate programs. Anyone interested in learning about the profession is welcome to join! In addition to providing professional support, it is important to foster a sense of community involvement.

We will do this by volunteering and assisting members of the community in addition to building our own relationships within the club. Overall, we want to create an environment where students can connect through similar passions while also assisting each other in getting into their respective graduate programs.

***organization available from 4-5 pm ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

RACER E-SPORTS

Racer Esports is the official center of gaming at Murray State University and fields competitive teams to represent the university in multiple collegiate esports tournaments.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 101+ ZOOM LINK

SIGMA ALPHA Sigma Alpha is a professional agricultural sorority that promotes scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship among its members. The sorority was founded in 1978 at The Ohio State University by five women who wanted an alternative to the social Greek sorority system. Since that time, Sigma Alpha has become a national organization consisting of more than 80 chapters, comprised of undergraduate and alumnae members. Today, more than 11,000 members have been initiated into Sigma Alpha Sorority.

The Alpha Upsilon chapter at Murray State University was founded on October 6, 2001. Since then, it has flourished into an extremely successful and productive part of campus! The Alpha Upsilon chapter is very active in Murray State University's Hutson School of Agriculture (HSOA), Murray State University Greek Life, as well as the surrounding community.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

SIGMA PI Sigma Pi is a social fraternity that has been on Murray state’s campus for almost 53 years! We are all about our amazing brotherhood! We also participate in many different activities around campus such as intramural sports, ASC, rockathon, We have our own philanthropy which is Mental Health America, we also have an ACE week which we team up with Calloway County Humane Society every year! If you are interested in learning more about Sigma Pi please contact our president at wmitchell5@murraystate.edu

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

SPRINGER-FRANKLIN RCC Springer-Franklin RCC is a council for Springer-Franklin College that foster a positive community for its residents to interact with other residents through various programs, ranging from social events, educational programs, to community service opportunities. The Council aims to provide residents with leadership opportunities to get involved on campus and make valuable connections for the future while having a lot of fun! If you want to be a part of a unique campus experience and live in Springer or Franklin, then, consider joining Springer-Franklin RCC.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

ST. JUDE UP 'TIL DAWN St. Jude Up 'til Dawn is a campus wide event that raises money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. By raising $100, you get access to our event that lasts from 12am-6am, honoring all of the children who stay up late due to chemo.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 101+ ZOOM LINK

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION The Student Government Association has four branches: Student Senate, Campus Activities Board, Judicial Board and the Residential College Association. Through these components of the Student Government Association, we can make Murray State University a great experience during our time here.

***organization available after 3:30 pm ORGANIZATION SIZE: 101+ ZOOM LINK

STUDENT HEALTH EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION

This organization is for public and community health students to address health issues through health education and community health event programming to improve the health and quality of life in Murray.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

STUDENT NUTRITION ASSOCIATION SNA is an organization that encourages the Murray State campus as well as the surrounding community to live a nutritious and delicious lifestyle.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

STUDENT SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (SHRM)CHAPTER The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is a professional organization dedicated to the professional advancement of human resource (HR) management. Murray State University’s Student SHRM Chapter provides innovative opportunities for students to learn more about the HR profession and network with area professionals through the Four Rivers SHRM Chapter meetings, seminars, job shadowing and internships, as well as collegiate competitions.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

THE EPISCOPAL COLLEGE FELLOWSHIP The Episcopal College Fellowship is a campus ministry at Murray State University of the Episcopal and ELCA Lutheran Churches. We are sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky, but you don’t have to be Episcopalian to be a part of the group. We believe that God loves you, no exceptions.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: Less than 25 ZOOM LINK

THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF LEADERSHIP & SUCCESS

The National Society of Leadership and Success is an honor society with a focus on teaching important leadership skills and providing members with valuable tools for selfimprovement. The NSLS motivates members to grow as they become a part of something more than just themselves.

Before becoming fully inducted, members will go through various steps that will help guide each individual's goals/passions as they gain both the experience necessary for professional development and the know-how to become an active participant in society.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 51-75 ZOOM LINK

WILDLIFE & FISHERIES SOCIETY

The Wildlife Society is the professional organization for wildlife biologists and the Murray State University chapter is an extension of the national organization. The Wildlife Society works to enhance members' networking and learning opportunities, professional and career development, and provide numerous ways for them to get more involved in creating a better future for wildlife and their habitats. In the same way, the Murray State University Chapter provides students with professional development opportunities and networking to enhance their success in a wildlife career. It is important for wildlife students to be involved in a student chapter of The Wildlife Society because becoming a member of The Wildlife Society shows dedication to the field of wildlife biology and this dedication is valued by employers and graduate advisers.

Membership also allows you to make connections with wildlife professionals and learn about ongoing research in the wildlife field. Professional relationships provide references and contacts that give students involved in the Society a leg up when applying for jobs and internships. These relationships are often developed at national, state, and regional meetings and conferences. The Murray State University chapter provides opportunities to attend these events. At conferences and meetings, students are able to learn about research in the wildlife field and stay up-to-date on recent events in the conservation and wildlife biology field.

ORGANIZATION SIZE: 26-50 ZOOM LINK

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE 2021 SPRING RSO FAIR. For a full directory of the Registered Student Organizations click here Curious about SGA/CAB events?

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