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By Jeff Samoray zine named him the top power forward in Michigan, while the Free Press made him an While growing up on Detroit’s honorable-mention All-Metro east side near McNichols Road selection. and I-75, Marvin Skipper (BS11) Scouts also noted Skipper’s on- dreamed of pursuing a better court performance. That’s when life for his family by playing his dreams took hold. basketball professionally. Al- “I had aspirations of playing though health issues ended those in the NBA,” says Skipper, who ambitions, Skipper has made an turns 30 in May. “I felt I had TRUE HERO impact on more people than he the talent to make it. Then I’d could ever have imagined. become the meal ticket for my Lt. Col. Charles S. Kettles (MS79) is pictured in Washington, D.C. when he received his Congressional Medal of Life wasn’t easy for Skipper, family. I wanted to help them get Honor. Kettles passed away in January, 2019, at 89. U.S. Army Photos by Sgt. Alicia Brand who acted as man of the house out of the ‘hood and find a better for his sister and single mom in life.” a neighborhood, where drugs, He took a step toward that goal Remembering crime and poverty are the status by signing a letter of intent in quo. Basketball became his es- November 2006 to play for EMU. cape from street life. Then-Eagles Head Basketball recipient Charles S. Kettles At 6-foot-9 and 240 pounds, Coach Charles Ramsey, who Skipper excelled in the sport for By Geoff Larcom began scouting Skipper when he Detroit Pershing High School. was in the 8th grade, said he’d In 2006, Prep Spotlight Maga- bring “added size and strength to Eastern Michigan University alumnus Lt. Col. Charles Kettles, a war hero who received Please see ‘HAND’ on Page 3 the military’s highest distinction, The Medal of Honor, has passed away. He was 89. Kettles, who distinguished himself in heroic combat operations in Vietnam, also has a deep history with Eastern, which named its Military and Veterans Service Center after him in 2016. In awarding Kettles the Medal Honor in 2016, President noted his courage and valor in saving the lives of 40 soldiers and four of Kettles receives the Congressional Medal of Honor from President Barack Obama in 2016. U.S. Army Photos by his own crew members on May 15, 1967, during Sgt. Alicia Brand fierce fighting near Duc Pho, Vietnam. Kettles, a helicopter pilot, repeatedly flew into a so grateful for his profound contributions to our valley to save soldiers who were under heavy fire. country as well as his deep history with Eastern Later, Kettles earned a master’s degree at East- Michigan University,” said President James Smith. ern Michigan’s College of Technology, teaching “Lt. Col. Kettles’ actions in Vietnam were excep- students there while developing the University’s tional in terms of his bravery, his focus and his Aviation Management program. sense of duty. He stands as an inspiration to all of Marvin Skipper (BS11) has found a way to give back to his childhood “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing Please see ‘HERO’ on Page 2 of Lt. Col. Charles Kettles, and will always remain neighborhood after a heart condition kept him from his NBA dreams. Alumna infuses preservation with new energy

By Jeff Samoray

PAID Sarah Marsom (MS13) is NONPROFIT US POSTAGE US POSTAGE PERMIT#792 Historic preservation in leading the way for a new generation of historical ROYAL OAK, MI 48068 OAK, ROYAL the United States isn’t exactly preservationists. new. Activists have been pre- serving historically significant structures and places since the 1930s. The federal gov- ernment began designating historic districts in the 1960s. WHAT’S EMU launched its highly re- garded Historic Preservation INSIDE program—one of the largest graduate programs of its kind Find out who has been in the nation—in 1979. named a 2019 Alumni While protecting historic Award recipient Kim Jones talks assets remains a challenge (the Pg. 2 about Black Alumni Save the date for National Trust for Historic Association Homecoming! Pg. 2 Pg. 4 Please see ‘ENERGY’ on Page 3 EMU Office for Alumni Relations EMU Office for 234 McKenny Hall MI 48197 Ypsilanti, Spring, 2019 Revisited | emich.edu/alumni Page 2 2019 Alumni Award recipients announced Spring, 2019 ‘Revisited’ is a publication of This year’s honorees for EMU will honor six alumni in investment to the U.S. in 1970, he joined the Eastern Michigan University’s Eastern Michigan University’s three different categories as well strategy for Michigan Air National Guard, Office for Alumni Relations. 58th annual Alumni Awards as bestow the John W. Porter over 20 years. where he was promoted to major All rights reserved. represent an impressive cross Distinguished Service Award: He is currently general, and worked for General The views presented here are section of industry leaders from Senior Vice Motors as a corporate pilot and not necessarily those of the editor Broadway theatre, aviation, Young Alumni Award President and director of flight operations. nor reflective of the policies of journalism, technology, finance, In just a few short years after Private Wealth Scott Frush Eastern Michigan University or sports medicine and higher graduating Investment BBA94 Dr. Marisa the Office for Alumni Relations. education. from EMU, Manager at A. Colston, The 2019 awards ceremony, Jawan M. Citizens Bank, where he devel- PhD, ATC, is Alumni Relations/ scheduled for Saturday, May 18, Jackson has ops, communicates and executes an industry Advancement staff: in the EMU Student Center, car- made a big- tailored investment strategies for leader in sports Jill Hunsberger ries on a tradition of recognizing time splash high net worth clients. medicine, Marisa Colston Assistant Vice President of outstanding EMU alumni who on Broadway Jawan Jackson athletic training BS88, MS90 Advancement have distinguished themselves for his por- BS11 Amalie and teaching. in their respective professional trayal of The Nash is the She earned a PhD in Educa- Mia Milton (BS96, MS12) fields and within their commu- Temptations’ Melvin Franklin in executive tion-Exercise Science/Kinesi- Director of Engagement & nities. The Office for Alumni “Motown: The Musical.” Jackson editor for local ology from the University of Marketing, Alumni Relations Relations, guided by the Alumni also has a number of TV and news for the Tennessee-Knoxville. She is now Association Board and Awards film credits. USA TODAY a Professor of Graduate Ath- Jessica Nietrzeba (MS08) and Recognition Committee, has Network. She letic Training, and Department Amalie Nash Director of Engagement & presented the Alumni Awards Terry Kay- also coordi- BS98, MS03 Head for Health and Human Outreach, Alumni Relations for more than 50 years and has ser graduated nates political Performance at the University of honored more than 400 recipi- from EMU coverage for the network in con- Tennessee-Chattanooga. Austen Smith (BS03) ents. magna cum junction with the USA TODAY Director of Advancement “We continue to be astonished laude looking politics team, which has taken John W. Porter Distin- Communications by the contributions our award to start his her from the Iowa caucuses to guished Service Award recipients have made person- career in the the political conventions to USA Glenna Terry Kayser Caroline Eidt (BFA18) ally and professionally,” says dynamic and BS12, MS14 TODAY on Election Night. Frank Miller Graphic Designer Jill Hunsberger, vice president growing field retired in 2013, for EMU Advancement. “They of GIS technology. Kayser is Distinguished Alumni leaving an Contact the Editor: exemplify the true spirit of EMU currently Leader of Engineering Award outstanding 444A McKenny Hall and we are so proud of their Capital Close-out at NiSource, Maj. Gen. legacy at East- Ypsilanti, MI 48197 accomplishments.” where he manages a team of 11 William A. ern Michigan Glenna Frank [email protected] This year’s head of ceremonies engineering and GIS profes- Henderson University – a Miller 734-487-6640 will be Eastern alumna Dara sionals mapping underground (BS64) flew place that she Munson (BS96), who is current- natural gas lines. over 125 com- called home for over 40 years. Let’s be Social! ly the CEO of the Chicago Child bat missions William Henderson During that time, Miller served Facebook.com/emualumnirelations Care Society and has led an Alumni Achievement Award from 1968 to BS64 in numerous capacities, includ- Twitter: @emualumnirelations outstanding career in nonprofit Scott Frush, CFA, CFP, MBA, 1969 in the ing Student Affairs, Campus Instagram: @emualumnirelations leadership. has been a leader in finance and Vietnam War. Upon returning Life, Diversity and many more.

Please take a moment to fill out our online survey We hope you enjoy your com- Spotlight: plimentary copy of ‘Revisited,” a publication dedicated to Eastern EMU Black Alumni Association Michigan University’s alumni, donors, supporters and friends. Since 1984, Eastern Michigan’s Black thanks to a generous donation from Judge We would appreciate it if you Alumni Association (EMUBA) has sup- Greg Mathis (BS82) who is a retired Michi- took a moment to fill out an ported hundreds of students through their gan District Court judge but is best known online survey that will inspire scholarships, mentorship and support. for the “Judge Mathis” courtroom reality programming that is beneficial, The EMUBA has not only been a driving TV show. Judge Mathis is also a longtime fun and exciting to over 30,000 force on campus but also by coordinating member of EMUBA. The chapter’s first EMU alumni currently living in alumni networking events to keep their fund is the Black Alumni Association Washtenaw County. members always and forever connected to Endowed Scholarship which is awarded Please visit each other and to the University. annually and was established by Freman true.mu/revisited_survey The chapter was cultivated from a desire Hendrix (BBA82) – former city of Detroit to find and complete the survey to support low-income and first genera- deputy mayor under Dennis Archer. questions. Survey results are tion students and make sure they stayed Since those early days, the Chapter has completely anonymous, and in school. The first scholarships awarded really evolved says Jones, who has been a responses will not be shared with from the chapter were mainly for class member for the past 11 years and Chap- outside parties. textbooks due to the rising cost of books at ter President for two terms; she is in her the time, says Chapter President Kimberly third year. Now she says they are engaging Jones (BS08, BS09, MA12). alumni on a variety of different levels. Kimberly Jones (BS08, BS09, MA12), right, has been Since that time, scholarships and other “We’re here not just from a social aspect, President of the EMU Black Alumni Association for Join the Alumni philanthropic programs have been expand- three years and a member for the past 11. She is ed, and they are expanding again this year pictured here with Vice President Shetina Jones Association! Please see ‘EMUBA’ on Page 4 (BS08, MA10), left.

Activate your free alumni membership and enjoy HERO of Military and Veterans Affairs at Eastern, ican soldiers. discounts, special offers From Cover Page spoke of Kettles’ exceptional bravery and of “In a lot of ways, Chuck is America,” and access to exclusive the inspiration he provided. Obama said. “To the dozens of American events! us, for his valor as well as his deep humility “His actions during combat were extraor- soldiers that he saved in Vietnam half a over what seemed to him the natural thing to dinary, and his career stands as a shining century ago, Chuck is the reason that they Being an Eastern Michigan do for his comrades. example of all that we appreciate and honor lived and came home and had children and in our veterans and those serving now,” grandchildren. Entire family trees – made University alumni means “The University treasures its connections Wise said then. possible by the actions of this one man.” you are part of an extended to Lt. Col. Kettles, which include his tenure President Obama cited Kettles’ actions Obama noted that a soldier who was there family that is represented in the College of Technology, the naming of as the ultimate example of the U.S. Military that day said Kettles became their John across the U.S. and in over our Military and Veterans Service Center in his honor and awarding him an honorary motto never to leave a comrade behind, and Wayne. 100 countries. All EMU Doctor of Public Service degree in 2016, also noted Kettles’ humility in dismissing “With all due respect to John Wayne – he alumni are members of the which I had the privilege of personally pre- what he termed the “hub-bub” regarding his couldn’t do what Chuck Kettles did,” Obama Alumni Association for senting to him in his home.” actions 50 years ago. said. free, for life. “You couldn’t make this up … It’s like a Kettles’ military career along with an in- A powerful example for EMU’s mili- bad Rambo movie,” Obama said, marveling depth chronicle of his actions that day are Start your journey at: tary veterans at the narrative of Kettles’ repeated selfless- detailed in the Medal of Honor website. emich.edu/alumni During the Eastern Michigan naming ness and bravery in the face of withering Kettles resided in Ypsilanti, Michigan, ceremony, Michael Wise, Assistant Director enemy fire in what was known as “The Valley with his wife, Ann, who survives him. of Chumps” for the danger it posed to Amer- For the full story, go to emich.edu/today Spring, 2019 Revisited | emich.edu/alumni Page 3

HAND From Cover Page We want to hear the post” for the 2007-08 season. But Skipper’s lofty hopes came from you! Share crashing down before he could even take a shot on the Convoca- tion Center court. your EMU stories In the summer before entering Maybe you’d like to share a Eastern, Skipper’s doctor referred Dear fellow Eastern Michigan picture? Maybe it is of you wear- him to a cardiologist for stress University alumni, ing your block E shirt standing tests and a cardiac catheteriza- As things begin to thaw and on a cliff on the island of Santori- tion to evaluate some abnormal we enter springtime in southeast ni or with some new friends you heart rhythms. The screening was Michigan, I am re-energized met while traveling to Montgom- a precaution, Skipper says. by sunshine and all the green ery, Alabama for the Raycom “During my sophomore year returning to our area. It’s a won- Media Camellia Bowl. I’d like to at Pershing, I passed out during Alumnus Marvin Skipper (BS11), left and back, is pictured here with a derful time of the year to get out group of volunteers from his non-profit, Youth are Bigger than Life. see it and I’d love to share it on a basketball practice,” he says. “I and do our favorite things. social media. Make sure to follow thought it was because I hadn’t In whatever your spring and college were super hard. I had mother, Adrain Caldwell, is a and tag us! been eating well. I had a few summer plans are, my message to find myself. I wouldn’t say I YABTL member. Facebook: facebook.com/ dizzy spells as a senior. I general- is simple: was depressed, but definitely in The organization’s goal is to emualumni ly felt fine and had already signed I want you a funk.” reduce the Detroit Public Schools Twitter: @emualumni my letter of intent, but my family to engage With the support of the dropout rate, help youth avoid Instagram: @emualumnirela- doctor wanted me to get checked with us. We Eastern basketball coaching staff, gang activities and give kids the tions out before going to Eastern.” are a strong his teammates, and university skills to build a foundation for Maybe you’d like to come to Skipper’s heart stopped twice alumni asso- administrators, advisors and fac- future success. an event? Maybe you could bring during the catheterization proce- ciation but ulty, Skipper earned a bachelor’s “When I mentor kids, I tell your family and kids or make it dure. Doctors reacted quickly to we become in Communications and Media them about my Eastern experi- stronger By Matthew Mortier an excuse to get some of your save his life. Later, surgeons in- Alumni Association Studies. Today, Skipper works ences,” Skipper says. “College Board President college friends back togeth- stalled a defibrillator in Skipper’s when you in Columbus, Ohio as a regional was one of the best times of my er. Whatever the case may be, chest to keep his heart beating connect with parts and service representative life. I lived away from home, Alumni Awards on May 18th and regularly. us and share the good things for Fiat Chrysler. His mother made new friends and expand- Homecoming on October 12th While the medical device has happening in your lives. and sister moved out of the old ed my view of the world. I also are two of the best events this helped Skipper maintain good Maybe you have a cool story to neighborhood. But Skipper never made connections that help with year but there are countless oth- cardiac health, his medical con- share? Maybe it’s like the group forgot the people who remained networking.” ers. For more on our upcoming dition snuffed out his chance to of guys who were finally ready behind. Continuous life improvement events, go to emich.edu/alumni/ play basketball for Eastern and to admit that they were the ones “I still wanted to help the drives Skipper, who wants to engage/events. beyond. who let a piglet loose on the people where I grew up,” says pursue a side career as a motiva- From you, our alumni to The university graciously second floor of Pray-Harrold or Skipper. “I wanted to give them tional speaker. He shares stories current students to our gener- allowed Skipper to keep his four- like the countless couples who hope. I asked myself, ‘What can of his own success with the kids ous donors - together - we form year scholarship. He also attend- met their eventual spouse at an I do now that I would have done he mentors. a community and a green and ed basketball practices and had a on-or-off campus event. It could had I made it to the NBA?’” “I basically tell them if I can white family. Together, we are team locker as a medical redshirt. be that you landed a great new In 2015, Skipper founded make it, you can make it,” he Eastern and, together, we are E! But Skipper soon realized he’d job or won an award in your pro- Youth are Bigger than Life says. “Cherish and enjoy life. As always and for forever - Go have to find a different route to fessional career. I’d like to hear it (YABTL), a nonprofit that Touch as many people as you can and I’d love to share your stories Green! success. provides mentorship, academic and be a blessing to others.” “Basketball was all I had with others. Share your story and financial workshops, and a Visit youtharebiggerthanlife. Matt Mortier, ‘09 & ‘12 known since I was 6,” he says. with us by filling out our Class healthy recreational outlet to kids com to learn more. President, EMU Alumni “My first couple of years in Notes update form at emich.edu/ in Detroit’s inner city. Skipper’s alumni/share/class_notes. Association Board of Directors

ENERGY labels, tours and hands-on workshops. From Cover Page “I want to make preservation interdis- ciplinary and dynamic,” she says. “I’ve Preservation issues an annual list of “most been sewing since age 5 and leveraged that endangered historic places”), several at a recent conference in Phoenix. I led a generations of preservationists have pillow sewing workshop using a pattern successfully saved thousands of buildings inspired by the Mid-Century Modern and places nationwide from decay and movement. This activity tells the story of destruction. the influence women had on the move- Today, recent graduates of academ- ment.” ic-based historic preservation programs Marsom also used her sewing skills to are infusing the field with new energy. launch her Tiny Activist Project. To high- And Sarah Marsom (MS13) is one of its light lesser known stories of people who leaders. fought to save cultural resources, Marsom “I love how historic sites can bring his- makes and sells hand-sewn Jane Jacobs tory and the ephemeral to life,” says Mar- dolls. Jacobs played a large role in saving som, 29, who works as an independent Washington Square Park in Greenwich historic resource consultant in Columbus, Village from development in the 1960s. Ohio. “They create a visual narrative that “The Jacobs doll helps start conver- resonates at a much higher level than sations about historic preservation and Sarah Marsom (MS13), foreground, works on a restoration project with team members. Marsom community planning,” Marsom says. “I reading a book.” graduated from EMU’s Historic Preservation program with a goal to teach history to a new Marsom inspires others to protect generation with new and innovative methods. introduced it at a conference in 2016. As elements of the past for future generations it became more popular, I started selling through engaging and inclusive activities. North Carolina. That led to a degree in completed a research assistant graduate them online through the Tiny Activist Recognizing her professional and vol- Parks and Recreation Management from fellowship at the River Raisin National Project. Proceeds fund a scholarship to unteer work, in 2018 the National Trust Northern Arizona University. During an Battlefield Park. Since earning her mas- help people attend the annual National for Historic Preservation named Marsom internship at the Riordan Mansion State ter’s degree in 2013, Marsom has been an Trust conference.” the recipient of the American Express As- Historic Park in Flagstaff, Marsom devel- ambassador for Eastern’s program. Marsom has sold about 250 dolls to pire Award and an honoree on its inaugu- oped an interest in historic preservation. “I loved the variety of courses, par- people in more than 30 states and 10 ral 40 Under 40: People Saving Places list. Marsom explored her options for a ticularly vernacular architecture,” she countries. Sales have helped 10 people “Sarah is a nationally respected, rapidly graduate degree in historic preservation says. “I formed close friendships with a attend the conference to date. rising star in the field and one of our most and enrolled at EMU in 2011. wonderful network of peers. Thanks to my Marsom continues to seek ways to make accomplished alumni,” says Ted Ligibel, “Almost every course in Eastern’s professors’ connections, I had incredibly historic preservation accessible and inclu- director emeritus of EMU’s Historic Pres- program provides an opportunity to work valuable internships.” sive for diverse age groups. ervation Program. “Her work has helped with a historic site or history museum,” After a stint working for a preserva- “I’m passionate about leading the future reinvigorate the movement among a Marsom says. “Eastern also offers a tion consulting firm, she launched her of preservation through outreach activities whole new generation of preservationists.” breadth of courses taught by professors own consulting business in August 2017. engaging children and young adults,” she who understand wide aspects of the field.” Besides helping developers integrate pres- says. “To understand the present, we need Finding the right program at EMU While at EMU, Marsom created sum- ervation techniques in their projects and to understand the past. If we can impart Marsom’s appreciation for all things mer educational workshops and an archi- pursue state historic tax credits, Marsom that to people at a young age, we can help historic began with a love for National tectural tour as an intern at Fair Lane—the specializes in heritage interpretation— them become a force for the future of their Park Service sites while growing up in Henry Ford Estate in Dearborn. She also telling stories of the past through exhibit communities.” Spring, 2019 Revisited | emich.edu/alumni Page 4 EMU Alumnus finds “golden” business opportunity By Austen Smith pearing on the shelves of Whole graduated from the College of Foods, Trader Joe’s, CVS and Business, which had just opened When EMU alumnus Abdul other large-chain retail stores. when he enrolled as a Freshman, Golden (BBA96) had a hard time Currently, Golden is content to with a Bachelor’s of Business Ad- finding the right grooming prod- continue supplying the barber ministration majoring in finance. ucts before taking a business trip shops and beauty outlets around He credits his EMU experience – he was struck with an idea. metro Detroit as he wants to en- for helping to plant the entrepre- “I was doing some last minute sure the company is growing at a neurial seed and teaching him prep for a trip that was coming measured and manageable pace. some unexpected life lessons. up,” said Golden. “I found myself Golden Grooming started with “All of those experiences did in the suburbs looking for the three core products and the plan a lot to prepare me for my life’s products that I normally use. I is to expand with an additional journey and hard work,” said had to go to three different stores 10 to 13 products by the end Golden. to find the personal grooming of calendar 2019, according to Aside from his classes, Golden supplies I was accustomed to Golden. But, selling skin balm reflects on the camaraderie with using.” and body wash is just one aspect his former classmates and with While frustrating at the time, of the company. The brand of his brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Golden thought back on the ex- Golden Grooming goes much Fraternity, Inc. He says there’s perience some six years later and deeper as the company looks to nothing that has been able to realized the potential to fill a dis- improve self-confidence and em- duplicate that experience. tinct need in these underserved power a new generation of young “That is definitely what I miss black males. Part of the compa- the most, just hanging out at markets. Thus, in 2017, the Abdul Golden (BBA96) founded Golden Grooming Co. in 2017 as a way to Detroit native and EMU College serve African American males seeking high-quality grooming products. ny’s mission statement says that the Eastern Eateries and around of Business alumnus launched “Golden Grooming Co. is for the campus,” says Golden. “We were Golden Grooming Company “The company was founded to quicker than anticipated with everyday man that knows the just a group of young people all offering all-natural skin, hair fulfill that need, and the response the start up trying its best to key to looking good starts from trying to figure out life together. and hygiene products specifically has been spectacular,” said fulfill large wholesale orders of within.” Those were critical and import- formulated for African American Golden. product. The end goal for Golden While at Eastern, Golden ant times for all of us.” males. His company is now growing Grooming is to expand to a na- wasn’t completely sure where he For more information, visit tional presence with product ap- would end up professionally. He goldengroomingco.com

EMUBA Influencing the younger generation is recognize the significance of it.” Jones. “Our input is important and our From Page 2 important as well, says Jones. Not so much The EMUBA, like other EMU alumni presence is important, and I will say that in the sense that older alumni are instilling chapters, represents an important piece the University makes an effort now to the same traditions in the younger gener- of University life as all of our alumni are really reach out to us and communicate.” but for networking as well,” says Jones. ation, but rather impressing the fact that encouraged to stay engaged in their own More than anything, however, Jones The EMUBA has steadily grown in there should be traditions. EMU students way. In the case of EMUBA, their group hopes that the programs and events they numbers as they continue to attract new need to make their own traditions and has done an outstanding job of cultivating put together creates more fun for EMUBA graduates and provide new programming. that will enrich the college experience, their alumni base and even influencing members. Instilling that love of fun and The membership base now spans decades says Jones. University policy and strategy. Jones says camaraderie is a reflection of Jones’ own of alumni from Hurons to Eagles and they “You see the University change and the input and feedback from her mem- rapturous personality. use Chapter events and engagement tools evolve so much over time; my alumni bership is important to the University’s “I love it (being president). I have fun, to stay connected. base ranges from Hurons to Eagles,” says overall well being and that this adminis- and we try to put on fun events. One of “We have a large following. Our alums Jones. “So what we saw as fun such as tration has done well to make sure those my mottos is, ‘If I’m not having fun doing are very specific, they want to connect and going to step shows and basketball games voices are heard. it, than I don’t want to do it,” says Jones. they want to stay connected,” says Jones. in Bowen, our younger alumni will have “Looking back over the years from the “I like to enjoy the moment. I like to en- “We make sure they stay involved because totally different experiences. And we student perspective to an alum perspec- joy being around my peers, being around the connections that we made with each encourage that. We say hey, build your tive, I would say we have had a tremen- my friends and making meaning and other are everlasting.” new traditions but remember the past and dous impact on the University,” says memories out of that time.

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