Shocker Family Newsletter

A Message from Alicia Newell, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs

Greetings Shocker Families,

This has been a semester to top all other semesters — but what a reminder it has been of how lucky I am to call Wichita State University my home. Though I’ve seen very few people in person this fall — and have become much more adept at Zoom meetings — I know the good work everyone has been doing. I’m so proud of all of our students, faculty and staff who have pulled together to do their best during this unprecedented time for our campus community. I want to thank each and every one of you for the support and compassion you have shown your students over the past several months.

I know you, like me, are looking out for the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. However, even though stress has become a more regular part of our lives, I’m choosing to look at this challenge we all continue to face as the experience of a lifetime. It certainly has brought change to my life, with more family time and memories with my daughter.

I’ve learned to adapt and appreciate those around me, and I urge you to do the same. Joy can come from chaos. So, this holiday season, as you may be spending more hours than usual with those closest to you in your family bubble, please take some time to bake some cookies, watch old movies together, and remember the joy that being together can bring.

I wish each of you a joyous holiday season, and a happy new year.

With Shocker Pride,

Alicia A. Martinez Newell
Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs

A message to Shocker Families from Interim Provost Shirley Lefever and Vice President Teri Hall

As we head into the holidays, we wanted to take a moment to extend our heartfelt thanks to every member of the campus community. This has been a difficult year to say the least, and we thank each one of you for your flexibility, patience, resilience and grace as we continue to face these challenges together.

At this point, Wichita State is operating under a fully remote/online instructional model through Feb. 1. The decision to go remote/online through the end of January was made to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

As you travel and gather with loved ones, here are some safety tips we encourage everyone to remember:

Before you travel

Reduce contact with others before you travel to decrease the likelihood that you’ll share COVID-19 with your family.
Double check your destination’s quarantine requirements.
Get a flu shot — it’s just one more way to protect yourself and those around you.

When you travel and are with your family

Don’t travel if you’re sick or have been exposed to COVID-19.
Stop as little as possible, and take your own snacks.
Always wear a face covering and stay six feet from others.

Avoid physical contact, including hugging, kissing and shaking hands.
Bring hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes.

When you return home

Quarantine for 14 days, especially if you have vulnerable family or friends.
Wear a face covering and stay six feet from others. We know this may sound extreme, but consider wearing a mask anytime you are around people who do not or have not been living with you.
Stay home and avoid crowds and gatherings.

Contact your health care provider at home if you develop COVID-19 symptoms. (See Health & Safety section below for more information.)
Reach out for help from a mental health provider if you are feeling sad, anxious or hopeless. (See Health & Safety section below for more information.)

It’s hard to conceive of celebrating the holidays without our typical traditions. Yet any small safety steps we take will pay dividends in the future as we try to get back to what we remember as “normal.”

We also encourage students to start thinking ahead to the regular spring semester. If your student was enrolled this semester, the format will look familiar. But because a pandemic is a fluid situation, please stay flexible in case we are required to adjust course delivery due to federal, state or county public health mandates.

All updates will be communicated through your student’s WSU email, the COVID-19 website and WSU’s official social media accounts. (Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube)

Have a safe and happy winter break!

Shirley Lefever, interim provost

Teri Hall, vice president, Student Affairs

» Click here to see the COVID-19 website.

» Click here for the Student Guide for spring 2021.

Important Dates

Please be aware that dates are set with the understanding events and deadlines may have to be moved or cancelled in the event it becomes unsafe to proceed as planned.

Thursday, Dec. 3 – Last day of fall classes.

Thursday, Dec. 3 – Last day to drop a full-semester course with a “W.”

Friday, Dec. 4 – Study Day.

Dec. 5 – 10 – Final examinations. Click here for exam schedule.

Dec. 21, 2020 – Jan. 1, 2021 – Fall diplomas available.

Jan. 4 – 30 – Spring Presession (available online only).

Monday, Jan. 18 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day, campus offices closed.

Beginning Jan. 27 – Excess financial aid deposited to students’ bank accounts if you have entered your account information into your Student Account Suite. Click here to learn how to sign up for direct deposit.

Thursday, Jan. 28 – Checks for excess financial aid mailed if you did not submit a Direct Deposit form. If you or your student need to change your mailing address:

Login to myWSU
On the Home tab (found on the gold bar at the top of the page), scroll down to the Student Tools section.
Under myContact Info, click “View Email, Phone, Address and Emergency Contact”. This will open a new tab with your student’s personal details and contact information. Click on the pencil icons for any sections that need to be updated and enter the current information.
1. While you are at it, we encourage you to make sure your student has current and accurate information listed for their emergency contact!

Monday, Feb. 1 – Full-semester classes begin.

Friday, Feb. 5 – Last day to add full-semester classes or change sections of the same course.

Monday, Feb. 12 – Last day for registered students to make payment arrangements.

Click here to learn more about the Office of Financial Aid.

Click here to learn more about Accounts Receivable.

Monday, Feb. 12 – Last day to drop a full-semester course and:

Not have it appear on the student’s record.
Receive a 100% tuition refund.

Click here to see Wichita State’s refund policies.

Click here to learn more about tuition.

Click here for Accounts Receivable important dates.

Monday, Feb. 12 – Last day to change enrollment in a full-semester course from “credit” to “audit.”

Monday, Feb. 15 – Fall diplomas available.

Friday, Feb. 26 – Last day for graduate students to file an application for degree for spring 2021 online. Click here for instructions.

Thursday, April 15 – Last day for students graduated in the fall to order a transcript of their academic record and have the transcript fee waived.

» Click here for the full fall 2020 semester academic calendar.

» Click here for the full university calendar of events.

Winter Break

As the semester winds down, students are feeling tired and frazzled. In their focus on rest and relaxation after finals, many students and their families can feel unprepared for the transition to two months at home without typical schedules or routines. Take some time to talk with one another about expectations during winter break. Responsibilities at home, time with family, finances and work are some of the topics to be covered. Remind family members that the student who began classes last summer may have changed quite a bit during the semester. Enjoy getting to know this new person!

How Can Families Help?

Offer support during the last few weeks of the semester with pep talks and encouragement. But, keep demands on your student’s time to a minimum as they cope with deadlines, and try to allow space for them to complete their coursework and finals.
By this point in the year, students are accustomed to less accountability regarding their schedules. Let students know your “non-negotiable” expectations for the winter break.
During the break, encourage your students to buy next semester’s books at the campus bookstore.
Remember that even students who were high achievers in high school may find their academics more challenging than expected. Avoid overreacting to any surprises and help your student reflect on what they have learned this past semester.

How to Support Your Student During Final Exams

As the semester is coming to an end, students may experience increased stress as they prepare for final exams and projects. It is common for students to demonstrate signs of heightened worry, fatigue and anxiety during this time of transition. Here are a few tips for parents and supportive adults to help students in the upcoming weeks:

Provide support: Letting your student know you are there for them can increase their sense of stability and comfort. Ask them how they would like to be supported or what they need during this time.
Encourage self-care and stress relief activities: Help your student prioritize time to re-energize and care for their overall well-being as they balance studying and completing final projects.
Provide study tips: Remind students of study tips such as taking breaks, studying in a conducive environment and utilizing on-campus resources.
Check in on their mental health: Helping students name their emotions and stressors during this time will help manage mental health. If they feel overwhelmed, providing additional support to help them cope can be valuable.
Words of encouragement: Calling your student or sending texts and letters with words of encouragement can be a great way to show support and provide additional motivation.

Counseling and Prevention Services is available to provide mental health support for students. Students can schedule appointments by calling 316-978-4792. For more information, visit wichita.edu/CAPS.

Conversation Starters

How do you plan to spend your time during winter break?
What are your impressions of your first semester?

Common Trends for Students

While every student is unique, there are certain trends and phases that many students experience in college. Here are a few of the patterns and potential issues that students tend to experience around December:

Anxiety over preparations for finals
Excitement and/or anxiety about going home for holidays
Sadness about leaving new friendships and/or love relationships for holidays
Financial strain from lack of budget experience/holiday expenses

If your student is struggling, whether academically, socially or emotionally, we encourage you or your student to reach out to CARE Team. CARE Team exists to connect students with the resources they need to be successful and well at Wichita State.

» Click here to learn more about CARE Team.

» Click here to submit a concern to CARE Team.

Your student also has access to affordable, on-campus counseling through Counseling & Prevention Services, or CAPS. If your student is experiencing anxiety, distress, or other mental health struggles, encourage them to reach out and make an appointment.

» Click here to learn about Counseling & Prevention Services.

Health and Safety

COVID-19 testing is available on campus for all current WSU students

Any currently enrolled students who does not have symptoms of COVID-19 can choose to participate in the COVID-19 Voluntary Surveillance Testing. Students may pick up test kits and return samples in the lobby of the WSU Student Wellness Center from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday. Testing is free of charge and available until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020. Test results will returned 24 – 72 hours after the test reaches the lab.

For students who are having symptoms that may be related to COVID-19, please call Student Health at 316-978-4792.

» Click here to learn more about the COVID-19 Voluntary Surveillance Testing.

Student Health Services is still open

Student Health is still open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Students can make an appointment by calling 316-978-4792.

» Click here to learn more about Student Health Services.

The department will close at noon on Dec. 18 for the winter shutdown, and reopen on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021. Please see these links for information on medical services in the area while Student Health Services is closed, including off-campus COVID-19 testing sites.

» Click here for information on medical services during the campus shutdown.

» Click here for information on off-campus COVID-19 testing sites.

Planning for your student’s return home during the COVID-19 pandemic

Winter break is a time when many students look forward to reconnecting with family and friends they may not have seen while away at school. However, communicating with your student and coming up with a plan for how to reduce the risk of COVID-19 to your family should start now.

Your plan should have 3 W’s to follow — wearing masks, watching your distance, and washing your hands — and 3 C’s to avoid — crowds, close contact and confined spaces. These guidelines are not just for your student; they are for you and anyone you plan to have together at your home for Thanksgiving or other small get-togethers.

Always wearing a mask when around anyone that is not from your own household is the number one way to reduce the risk of COVID-19. Combine this with avoiding crowds — no parties, going to bars, or group events or activities — to create a solid defense against COVID-19. Then add in watching your distance: avoid close contact by keeping 6 feet of distance from others that do not live in your home, and avoid confined spaces, such as being indoors in enclosed spaces with poor ventilation. Finally, wash your hands frequently. The 3 W’s and 3 C’s give you a solid plan for preventing illness in your family. If both you and your student follow this plan for two weeks before your student returns home, the risk of COVID-19 in your home will be reduced.

Ask your student to reduce their social interactions for two weeks prior to coming home. In addition, make sure everyone realizes that socializing will need to look different this year when your student returns home. To prevent spreading COVID-19, in-person social contact should be limited.

COVID-19, health and safety information

Looking for information on COVID-19 health and safety tips or other health related topics? Check out and subscribe to WSU Student Health Services YouTube Channel to view health education videos on COVID-19, Tuesday Talk sessions, health insurance and more!

Remember safe COVID practices while traveling and visiting family over the break! For a refresher, Student Health Services Director Camille Childers explains the basics of fighting the spread of COVID-19.

» Click here to visit the WSU Student Health Services YouTube Channel.

» Click here to watch Camille Explains COVID.

A message from Counseling & Prevention Services

In light of students returning home for the holidays and for winter break, Counseling & Prevention Services would like to share some tips on two important topics.

Being Present in the Moment

As your students return home for the holidays, we wanted to offer a few tips to help you and your Shocker make the most of the break from school and time with loved ones. One way to do this is to focus on the present moment. If we can focus on one thing at a time, we can more fully enjoy what we’re doing in that moment. We can do this in a few ways:

NOT multitasking. Focus on one activity at a time and try to focus on what you notice in front of you with your five senses.
Practice observing our thoughts without letting them get stuck. We can do this by acknowledging noticing a thought, even saying to yourself “I notice I have the thought that…” and visualizing the thought coming and going peacefully, like a cloud passing in the sky.
Think about what we’re grateful for. Yes, there are many stressful things happening in the world right now, and there are also things to be thankful for. Notice the simple things that bring you joy, like spending time with loved ones or a good cup of coffee on a cold winter morning.

Managing Conflict

Being home for the holidays can bring much cheer and joy, and at times can bring stress and conflict as we spend more time than usual with friends and family back home. Here are some reminders to help you work through potentially difficult interactions with loved ones this holiday season.

It’s okay to take a break. As much as we may feel we need to spend as much time as possible with loved ones over the holidays, we also need to make sure to take care of ourselves and take breaks from time to time to rest and recharge.
It’s okay to disagree with loved ones. Your beliefs may differ from your loved ones, and that’s okay. Telling yourself your values, thoughts, and feelings are valid can go a long way when we may be getting different messages from loved ones.
Remember everyone comes to a conversation from different perspectives. It can be helpful to think about what it’s like from the other person’s point of view and what other interpretations they might have about the situation. You don’t have to agree with them, but this may help us be more understanding and reduce conflict.

Community mental health resources

During winter break, students will not be left in the cold. Counseling & Prevention Services will continue to provide mental health services virtually during the break. While campus is closed from Monday, Dec. 21 through Friday, Jan. 1, students can receive mental health services through a number of community resources.

» Click here for Wichita Community Therapy Resources.

In the event of an emergency, students are advised to contact COMCARE of Sedgwick County, which provides 24-hour care every day of the year.

COMCARE of Sedgwick County

635 N. Main Wichita, KS 67203
First appointment: 316-660-7540
Outpatient Services: 316-660-7675
Sliding fee scale

» Click here to learn more about COMCARE of Sedgwick County.

Counseling & Prevention Services can be reached at counselingcenter@wichita.edu or at 316-978-4SWC (4792)

Housing & Residence Life Updates

A message from Housing & Residence Life

Here are a few COVID-related updates Housing & Residence Life would like to provide:

Mandatory COVID-19 testing will occur again at the start of Spring semester. Specific information will be emailed in mid-January, so please encourage your student to monitor their WSU email over the break.
Prior to your student’s arrival back to the halls on Jan. 29, please start watching the KDHE website for locations that are required to arrive early and complete a quarantine upon return to Kansas. If you live in one of the listed states, you are responsible for notifying Housing so we can arrange for your quarantine.
Student Health Services will still be open during Intersession. The office will maintain its regular hours, only closing for the University shutdown (closing Dec. 18 at noon and reopening Jan. 4). See the Student Health website for more information regarding their hours.
If you have an exposure or positive test over break, please fill out the COVID-19 form so Student Health can add that information to their records.

Please remember to make safe choices over the break, including wearing a mask and avoiding large gatherings. We look forward to seeing you all back for the Spring semester!

» Click here for the KDHE Travel & Exposure Related Isolation/Quarantine page.

» Click here for Student Health forms.

» Click here for the Housing & Residence Life COVID-19 page.

Housing & Residence Life can be reached at housing.wsu@wichita.edu or 316-978-3693.

Financial Aid News

This information has been repeated from the November issue of the Shocker Family newsletter.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals – Deadline for Spring 2021

To remain eligible for federal financial aid, students must make Satisfactory Academic Progress. The Office of Financial Aid will review a student’s quantitative (time-based) and qualitative (grade-based) progress at the end of the Fall 2020 semester, as is done with each semester. Students who did not maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress after the Fall 2020 semester have the option to submit an appeal, if they had extenuating circumstances preventing them from meeting the requirements.

All appeals must be received in the Office of Financial Aid before February 5, 2021. Any appeals received after the February 5 deadline date will be held for review for the Summer 2021 semester. Please visit the Office of Financial Aid website at wichita.edu/sapappeal for the appeal application and additional requirements.

Completing any FAFSA requirements for 2021 – 2022

The Office of Financial Aid has started processing incoming FAFSAs for the 2021-22 academic year. Additional documentation may be requested of your student. Make sure all documentation is submitted prior to the December 1 deadline so that your students can maximize their federal aid eligibility.

Where can your student find out if they are missing anything for next school year?

Log in here using their myWSU ID and password. Select the “myFinances” tab.
Under the “Financial Aid Requirements” section, select the 2021-2022 award year from the drop-down menu.
Note any red flags next to unmet requirements.

Academic college scholarship applications for 2021 – 2022

The general scholarship applications for the 2021-2022 academic year have launched. Please encourage students to complete their college-specific application for opportunities to assist with their costs.

Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College: A generous gift from Dorothy and Bill Cohen allows the Cohen Honors College to fulfill its mission of joining knowledge and innovation to grow visionaries. Cohen Enhancement Scholarships offer up to $4,000 of support to current Honors students participating in activities such as study abroad, National Student Exchange, unpaid internships, national conferences, undergraduate research or service learning. Interested students can apply here.
Deadline: February 1

College of Health Professions: The College of Health Professions awards more than 200 scholarships and fellowships each year. Students who are admitted and enrolled in a professional CHP program are eligible to apply based on their respective program here.
Deadline: Students should contact their department for deadline dates

College of Applied Studies: The College of Applied Studies annually awards more than $450,000 in both merit-based and need-based scholarships. Interested undergraduate students can apply here, and interested graduate students can apply here.
Deadline: February 1

Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences: Each year, students receive more than $700,000 in scholarships and fellowships from the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Recipients are selected each spring semester for the following academic year. Interested students can apply here.
Deadline: February 1

College of Engineering: The College of Engineering awards approximately $800,000 each year in both merit-based and need-based scholarships to Engineering and Computer Science majors. Interested students can apply here.
Deadline: February 1

W. Frank Barton School of Business: The W. Frank Barton School of Business annually awards over $800,000 each year in all areas of business. There are scholarships based on academic achievement and ones for financial need. Interested students can apply here.
Deadline: February 1

College of Fine Arts - Art, Design and Creative Industries: The School of Art, Design and Creative Industries awards more than $120,000 in scholarships annually. Students are selected based on creative excellence and academic distinction within the disciplines of Art Education, Art History, Graphic Design and Studio Arts. Interested students can apply here.
Priority Deadline: February 20

College of Fine Arts - Music: Auditions are required for students planning to major in Music. Auditions are for program entrance and scholarships. They are open to all instrumental and vocal students who are high school seniors, transfer students, and graduate students. Interested students can apply here.
Audition Dates: February 1 and April 11

Questions about Financial Aid?

Have questions? Click here to schedule an appointment with the Office of Financial Aid, or reach out via phone at (316) 978-3430 or via email at finaid@wichita.edu.

» Click here to visit the Office of Financial Aid website.

Campus News

A message from Dr. Muma, Interim President of Wichita State University

Hello, Shocker Nation.

I think most of us will agree that 2020 has been an unprecedented year of curveballs, uncertainty, and tumult. But, as a proud member of Shocker Nation, I can’t help but to be impressed with the innovation, determination, and pure grit that I’ve seen blossom from Wichita State University in the face of extraordinary circumstances.

When COVID-19 came to Kansas in March of this year, Shocker Nation didn’t miss a beat.

» Click here to read the rest of Dr. Muma’s message.

Shocker-branded buses hit the streets of Wichita

Two new battery-powered buses wrapped in Shocker pride will soon be seen zipping through Wichita’s streets.

Wichita Transit recently unveiled the Wichita State University-branded buses, which are ecofriendly, filled with modern conveniences, and will circulate among the university’s main campus, as well as Wichita State South, WSU Tech and the Metroplex.

» Click here to read more.

Wichita State celebrates more than 1,200 fall 2020 grads

Even though our fall 2020 commencement ceremony has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we celebrate our more than 1,200 degree-eligible graduates. While things may look a little different this year, Shocker Nation is as proud as ever to honor this fall’s graduating class.

Wichita State to award 20 scholarships worth up to $20,000 to new students

Incoming freshmen and transfer students have an opportunity to receive up to $20,000 as part of Wichita State University’s new Shocker Adelante Scholarship. The scholarship is part of the $1 million gift from Gene and Yolanda Camarena, which was announced earlier this year. Adelante, which translates to forward in Spanish, is available to students with a 3.0 GPA or higher. A total of 20 Adelante Scholars will be selected, and preference will be given to African American and Latinx students.

» Click here to read more about the Adelante Scholarship Opportunity.

Shocker Neighborhood Commitment offers scholarships and support to Wichita State’s neighbors

Wichita State University has created a scholarship and support network to help those nearest to its campus. The Shocker Neighborhood Commitment provides funding to make college more affordable and attainable for recent high school graduates living in the Shocker Neighborhood.

The scholarship provides last-dollar funding, which means it will cover the unmet need of qualified students. It is available to students who reside between Oliver Street and Interstate 135 to the east and west, and Kansas Highway 96 and Central Avenue to the north and south.

» Click here to learn more about the Shocker Neighborhood Commitment.

NIAR receives $13.7 million from Air Force for advanced composites research

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) has received another $13.7 million contract from the United States Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to extend the Modeling for Affordable, Sustainable Composites (MASC) research program.

The first phase of the program was a $23.5 million contract awarded in May 2019 to develop a certification framework to pave the way for advanced materials and structural concepts for automated manufacturing. The additional funding will allow researchers to further investigate damage growth behavior and characterize material systems that have strategic importance to the U.S. defense industry, including ceramic matrix composites manufactured using automated processes and press-foamed thermoplastic and injection-molded composites.

» Click here to learn more about this contract.

Wichita State, USD 259 partner to help children with Tenacious Men program

Third grade is not too early to learn to tie a tie, discover a love of math and direct a young life on the right path.

“We want to be part of the solution,” said Kevin Harrison, community engagement coordinator for the Office of Military, Veterans and First Responders at Wichita State University. “We believe there are no bad kids. There may be some kids who have made some bad decisions. There may be kids who have been in bad situations. We want to see if we can help kids change that trajectory.”

» Click here to read more about the Tenacious Men program.

'Walk with Wu' celebrates 125 years of Wichita State

In honor of Wichita State University's 125th anniversary, three Wichita State faculty members have teamed up with an alumna artist to create "A Walk with Wu," a graphic novel that chronicles the university's rich history through the eyes of our beloved mascot: WuShock.

“We hope that readers will appreciate the different phases of Wichita State’s story and how we have changed while maintaining the core of who we are," said Dr. Jay Price, professor of history and one of the book's authors.

It's the perfect gift for all Shockers. The books, which sell for $12, are available in the Rhatigan Student Center Shocker Stores beginning Dec. 2.

» Click here to purchase “A Walk with Wu.”

Student Resources

Student Health Services is still open

Student Health is still open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Students can make an appointment by calling 316-978-4792.

» Click here to learn more about Student Health Services.

» Click here for information on medical services during the campus shutdown.

» Click here for information on off-campus COVID-19 testing sites.

Counseling & Prevention Services is offering services virtually

During winter break, students will not be left in the cold. Counseling & Prevention Services will continue to provide mental health services virtually during the break. Counseling & Prevention Services can be reached at counselingcenter@wichita.edu or at 316-978-4SWC (4792).

» Click here to learn more about Counseling & Prevention Services.

While campus is closed from Monday, Dec. 21 through Friday, Jan. 1, students can receive mental health services through a number of community resources.

» Click here for Wichita Community Therapy Resources.

In the event of an emergency, students are advised to contact COMCARE of Sedgwick County, which provides 24-hour care every day of the year.

COMCARE of Sedgwick County

635 N. Main Wichita, KS 67203
First appointment: 316-660-7540
Outpatient Services: 316-660-7675
Sliding fee scale

» Click here to learn more about COMCARE of Sedgwick County.

Shocker Support Locker is offering Holiday Boxes

The Shocker Support Locker is currently offering Holiday Boxes that students can order via the website. Additionally, the Locker is currently operating semi-normally during this time; hours are Monday – Friday, 10 – 4 p.m.

On Dec. 16, the Shocker Support Locker will close until Monday, Jan. 11.

» Click here for the Shocker Support Locker website.

Encourage your student to speak to their academic advisor

Spring 2021 enrollment is happening now! Encourage your student to contact their academic advisor for assistance if needed, including if they have any questions about how schedule changes may impact their financial aid or graduation plans.

» Click here to learn more about academic advising.

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January's Newsletter

Please be aware that January’s newsletter will arrive on Jan. 8, 2021 due to the university being closed until Jan. 4. Thank you for your patience, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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