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FREN 4540 - Business French
Course on contemporary French language and society as they relate to business and business practices in France. Intensive practice of written and oral French. This course will prepare the students for the internationally recognized “Diplôme de français professionnel B2” of the Paris Chamber of Commerce. Taught in French.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: FREN 3160 with a minimum grade of “C” and one other 3000-level course with a minimum grade of “C” or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
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FREN 4760 - Foreign Study - non WMU
Student participation in pre-approved program of study abroad that is not through Western Michigan University.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor or chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
Notes: Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
When Offered: (Fall/Spring 1 to 16 hours) Summer I/II 1 to 8 hours
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FREN 4770 - Foreign Study
Student participation in a departmentally approved program of study abroad. Repeatable for credit up to 32 credit hours.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Prior approval of departmental advisor and chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 16 hours
When Offered: (Fall-Spring 1 to 16 hours) Summer I/II 1 to 8 hours
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FREN 5000 - Elementary French for Reading Proficiency
Intensive grammar and elementary reading for translation and research purposes. The course is primarily for the graduate who has had little or no study in the language. However, undergraduates who desire a thorough reading knowledge may also apply. No oral work.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Undergraduates must secure permission of department.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: This course does not count toward a major or minor in French. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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FREN 5010 - Intermediate French for Reading Proficiency
Readings in the language at intermediate and advanced levels for translation and research purposes. Special attention will be given to students’ major fields. Completion of FREN 5010 with a minimum of “B” constitutes graduate proficiency in the language.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Undergraduates must secure permission of the Department.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: This course does not count toward a major or minor in French. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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FREN 5020 - French for Graduate Study
French instruction for graduate students enrolled in a degree program who need knowledge of French for their field of study. Students will sit in appropriate level course for their learning.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Approval of department of student’s graduate program and approval of Department of World Languages and Literatures.
Credits: 3 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. May not be taken by undergraduate students in any field.
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FREN 5030 - French - English Translation Practicum
This is a practical course to teach the skills for translating texts from French into English. The objective of this course is to develop further language proficiency and to introduce students to the nuts and bolts of translation. Students will produce English translations from different sorts of French texts, such as news, essays, documents, poetry, and short fiction.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: FREN 3160 with a minimum grade of “C”, or instructor approval.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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FREN 5100 - Topics in French and Francophone Studies
An intensive study of selected aspects of French and Francophone culture, literature, and film. Course varies according to topic. Representative topics might include Women in French Society, The French Tradition in Quebec, Francophone Cinema, Love and War in Modern French Fiction, Writing and Revolution in the French Caribbean. Taught in French.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: FREN 3160 and either (FREN 3220 or FREN 3230 or FREN 3250 or FREN 3260) with a minimum grade of “C”, or approval of instructor.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit with a different topic. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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FREN 5200 - Topics in French Linguistics and Language Science
The advanced study of a language or a group of languages from a scientific point of view, such as the function and status of languages in society, the comparative history of different language families or the manipulation of language for pragmatic needs across cultures.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: FREN 3160 and one other 3000-level course, or equivalent. A minimum grade of “C” is required in all prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: May be offered as ARAB/CHIN/FREN/GER/ GREK/ITAL/JPNS/LAT/RUSS 5200. May be repeated for credit. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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FREN 5400 - Old French Language and Literature
An introduction to Old French, with an emphasis on the development of reading ability. Various literary works will be studied in Old French and in translation. Coursework includes an individualized translation project.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: FREN 3160 with a minimum grade of “C”, or instructor approval. Working knowledge of Latin helpful.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upper level and graduate students.
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FREN 5500 - Independent Study in French
Directed individual study of a specific topic in a French literary or linguistic area.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: One 5000-level course in the major; a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the major; department approval required.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to upper level and graduate students. Not open to minors.
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Gender and Women’s Studies |
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GWS 1000 - Media and the Sexes
The course investigates how media–such as films, television, music videos, advertising, and gaming and social media–present images of women, men, and people outside gender binary to different audiences. Students analyze various media representations of human experience and critically read visual images, narratives, and texts, using critical feminist theoretical and interdisciplinary frameworks to explore the intersections of gender with race, class, sexuality, religion, and nationality, among other identities. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Inquiry and Engagement Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 2000 - Introduction to Gender and Women’s Studies
This interdisciplinary core course provides analytical frameworks for the study of gender and gender-defining institutions, exploring the social conditions associated with gender in the U.S. society in a global context. Course emphasizes approaches that study the diversity and similarity of gendered experience across class, racial and ethnic groups. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Societies and Cultures Category.
Credits: 4 hours
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GWS 2010 - LGBT Studies
This course provides an overview of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) communities and identities, with an emphasis on history and social justice struggles. We will consider LGBT concerns related to a variety of institutions and structures, such as politics, schools, families, religion, and the workplace. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Societies and Cultures Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 3200 - Women, Globalization and Social Change
This course pursues an interdisciplinary analysis of the status of women worldwide and their efforts to create social change in a global context. We explore similarities and differences among women, recognizing the possibilities of transnational cooperation and the limitations of the idea of a “global sisterhood.” This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections – Global Perspectives Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 3400 - Race, Gender and Science
Using race and gender as analytical concepts, this course explores social dimensions of the natural sciences. Students examine how cultural values and biases inform scientific inquiry while gaining knowledge about the nature of science, the history of science, scientific policies, and media depiction of the sciences. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 3480 - Gender and Plastic Bodies
In U.S. society we tend to assume that there are two sexes - male and female. Even if we have learned that gender roles can change, as in expecting men to be more nurturing while more and more women pursue careers for example, we tend to accept that this is simply social change based on natural sexes. In this course we will focus locally and globally in order to question this assumption of ‘natural’ sexes as we explore physiological variations that are culturally interpreted and understood and cultural interventions of ‘natural’ sex. Thus, we will apply global perspective at and beyond the limits of sex and gender, examining: (1) the ways in which human societies interpret physiological variation; (2) transgender experiences and categories as they vary cross-culturally; (3) and the role of technology in (re)shaping the ‘natural’ sexes and what it means to be human. Whether we are considering cyborg bodies, virtual bodies, tattooed and pierced bodies, or bodies surgically altered in a stunning variety of ways, we will be asking what is ‘natural’ and ‘unnatural’ about the assumed biological categories of male and female. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections – Global Perspectives Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 3500 - Psychological Perspectives on Gender
The course investigates the meanings of gender in diverse segments of American society. Study will focus on psychological and sociological perspectives on the formation of gender roles and characteristics. The course provides a theoretical and practical analysis of the behavior, thoughts, and feelings of men and women and examines the ways gender is structured through parental and institutional socialization.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 3700 - Special Topics in Gender and Women’s Studies
Variable topics in Gender and Women’s Studies.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
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GWS 4010 - Foundations of Feminist Theory
An investigation of various texts historically significant in the development of feminist concepts and theories. Includes texts from the past as well as the present.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: GWS 2000 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 4100 - Special Topics in Gender and Women’s Studies
Variable topics in Gender and Women’s Studies.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
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GWS 4400 - Internship Seminar
Course offers an opportunity for the advanced student to apply theory and knowledge in Gender and Women’s Studies to a professional or community project. Student will work under the supervision of a faculty advisor or a community sponsor. Opportunities available in areas such as television production, K-12 classroom presentations, and a variety of community organizations and agencies serving women and children.
Credits: 3 hours
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GWS 4980 - Independent Study
Individual study available to the advanced student by permission of faculty advisor with department approval of project application.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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GWS 5970 - Issues in Gender and Women’s Studies: Variable Topics
Group study of special issues in Gender and Women’s Studies. Variable topics may address theoretical, critical, or practical issues in the historical or contemporary context. The courses will be offered in response to the special needs and interests of students and may be organized around special events or available guest speakers.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Twelve hours of course work from the Gender and Women’s Studies approved list (including GWS 2000) and at least junior level status, or departmental approval.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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GWS 5980 - Readings in Gender and Women’s Studies
Individual study project available to the advanced student by permission of faculty advisor with departmental approval of project application.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Twelve hours of course work from the Gender and Women’s Studies approved list (including GWS 2000) and at least junior level status, or departmental approval.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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PEGN 1020 - Badminton
Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 1030 - Group Cardio
A workout guaranteed to challenge you to increase your endurance and become stronger, faster. Expect moderate to high intensity cardio exercises through movement using a variety of exercise equipment such as battle ropes, medicine balls, BOSUs, and plate-weighted bars.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1040 - Basketball
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
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PEGN 1050 - Bowling
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
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PEGN 1060 - Canoe Camping
The course combines the fundamentals of camping with canoeing. Culminates with a weekend camping trip by canoe.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
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PEGN 1070 - Canoeing
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
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PEGN 1090 - Cycling
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
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PEGN 1220 - Golf I
Beginners Only.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasizes the beginning skills in the activity given. The student with some experience in this activity should enroll in 2000/3000 level courses.
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PEGN 1280 - Wallking/Jogging for Fitness
This is a conditioning course that emphasizes cardiovascular fitness through your choice of walking, jogging, or a combination of both. Students will not be required to run but will be expected to complete set distances.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1310 - Beginning Karate
Beginners Only
Credits: 1 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasizes the beginning skills in the activity given. The student with some experience in this activity should enroll in 2000/3000 level courses.
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PEGN 1320 - Military Fitness
Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 1360 - Physical Fitness
Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 1365 - Racquet Sports
This course provides an introduction to the skills of tennis, badminton, racquetball, pickleball, and table tennis. Students will learn the rules and basic techniques for social play.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1370 - Racquetball
Beginners Only
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasizes the beginning skills in the activity given. The student with some experience in this activity should enroll in 2000/3000 level courses.
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PEGN 1380 - Wall Climbing Techniques
Wall-climbing is a multi-dimensional sport that requires strength and flexibility, as well as a high level of endurance and skill. It also offers a balance between physical exercise and mental discipline. Climbers will quickly begin to develop hand, arm, back, and core strength as a result of the movements the climber needs to scale the wall. With practice, climbers will see improvement in agility, their ability to increase strength-to-weight ratio, and flexibility in hips and hamstrings. No experience needed.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1390 - Relaxation
Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 1440 - Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding
Designed to teach inexperienced skiers to link turns together with control on beginning and beginning/intermediate terrain. Introduces the fun of downhill skiing and emphasizes skills necessary to ski safely on appropriate terrain. If students choose snowboarding, basic skills necessary for safe and fun snowboarding on appropriate terrain will be taught. Also skidded turns with control on beginning and beginning/intermediate terrain. The variables of weather and snow conditions will be instructed. Students can choose to learn how to alpine ski or snowboard. Equipment is available to rent for a nominal fee at Timber Ridge Ski Lodge, Students are responsible for personal transportation to Timber Ridge Ski Lodge.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1460 - Soccer
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
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PEGN 1470 - Softball
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
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PEGN 1495 - Swimming - Beginning
Introduction and practice in basic swimming skills. This course is designed for the non-swimmer. Students will be instructed in proper technique of front and back floats, front crawl and elementary back stroke. Students will receive both shallow and deep water instruction.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1500 - Swimming - Intermediate
This class is for those who can swim across a 50-yard pool. In this class you will learn how to: breathe effectively, tread water, dive in from the edge and use swimming equipment (kick boards, pull buoys, hand paddles, fins). You will be introduced to and gain further development of the 4 competitive swimming strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly). An introduction to flipturns and intervals (50 yard repeats) will be taught. You MUST be comfortable in deep water, if you are uncomfortable in deep water please take PEGN 1490 Swimming - Beginning.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PEGN 1490 or equal skills.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit; or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to satisfy the WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1600 - Tennis I
Beginners Only.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students and emphasizes the beginning skills in the activity given. The student with some experience in this activity should enroll in 2000/3000 level courses.
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PEGN 1630 - Volleyball
Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 1655 - Introduction to Weight Training
Introduction to Weight Training is a 1-credit class that allows students to learn and apply weight training principles with an individualized approach. Students will learn proper lifting technique and how to design and implement a basic weight training program tailored to their own fitness goals.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1660 - Intermediate Weight Training
This course is designed to introduce the advanced beginner to intermediate weight trainer to a variety of intermediate level weight training skills associated with the elevated levels of weight training.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1700 - Health and Wellness - Aerobics
Students are provided information and experience allowing them to (1) acquire a knowledge base about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives, (2) develop physical fitness skills, and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1701 - Aqua Aerobics
A low impact workout for all fitness levels that develops cardio and muscular strength/endurance. Through the use of equipment and the natural resistance of water, the instructor will keep you motivated. Must be comfortable in deep water.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1702 - Circuit Training
This class is a total body workout! We will use resistance and cardio training techniques to improve your endurance and help you build strength. Circuit training allows you to fit a huge variety of movements into your workout - meaning a full body challenge, and none of the boredom that can come with repetitive exercises. Plus, circuit training has all the metabolism and mood boosting benefits of standard resistance training - just in a quicker format.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students for general credit or as a co-requisite with HPHE 1701 - Health and Personal Practices, to fulfill the WMU Essential Studies requirement for Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
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PEGN 1710 - Health and Wellness - Water Aerobics
Students are provided information and experience allowing them to (1) acquire a knowledge base about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives, (2) develop physical fitness skills, and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1720 - Health and Wellness - Circuit Fitness
Students are provided information and experience allowing them to (1) acquire a knowledge base about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives, (2) develop physical fitness skills, and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1730 - Health and Wellness - Jogging
Students are provided information and experience allowing them to (1) acquire knowledge base about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives, (2) develop physical fitness skills, and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1740 - Health and Wellness - Walking
Students are provided information and experience allowing them to (1) acquire a knowledge base about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives, (2) develop physical fitness skills, and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1750 - Special Activities
Various activity classes that are not a part of the regular curriculum are occasionally offered in this course section. Open to all students and emphasizes the beginning skills in the activity given.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 1760 - Health and Wellness - Racquet Sports
Students are provided information and experience allowing them to (1) acquire knowledge about human wellness from physical, mental, psychosocial, and spiritual perspectives, (2) develop physical fitness skills, and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1770 - Health and Wellness - Climbing Techniques
Students are provided information and experience allowing them to (1) acquire knowledge about human wellness from physical, mental, psychosocial, and spiritual perspectives; (2) develop physical fitness skills; and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1800 - Health and Wellness - Beginning Swimming
Students are provided information and experiences which allow them to: (1) acquire knowledge about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives; (2) develop physical fitness skills; and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which facilitates a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1810 - Health and Wellness - Intermediate Swimming
Students are provided information and experiences which allow them to: (1) acquire knowledge about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives; (2) develop physical fitness skills; and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which facilitates a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 1820 - Health and Wellness - Swim Conditioning
Students are provided information and experiences which allow them to: (1) acquire knowledge about human wellness from physical, mental, personal-social and spiritual perspectives; (2) develop physical fitness skills; and (3) develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which facilitates a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students and emphasize the beginning skills in the activity given. The content included addresses the topics of health, including nutrition, substance abuse, STDs, and the concepts of physical fitness. Dual enrollment in 1700-1830 courses offered in one semester is prohibited. Courses are not repeatable for credit.
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PEGN 2000 - Physical Education Learning Lab Activities
Guided individual instruction in a variety of physical education activities. Resources such as films, books and workshops are available to aid the student to learn in a manner and rate suitable to the individual skill and knowledge. Competency testing will be used to determine achievement and place individuals at beginning, intermediate or advanced levels. Course is repeatable for up to 8 hours credit (University limit) under 2000 number, with different course titles.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: GPA of 3.0 overall.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students who have completed a 1000-level course in the activity or the equivalent.
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PEGN 2080 - Intermediate Backpacking
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students who have completed a 1000-level course in the activity or the equivalent.
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PEGN 2440 - Intermediate Alpine Skiing
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students who have completed a 1000-level course in the activity or the equivalent.
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PEGN 2490 - Swimming - Intermediate
Open to all students who have completed a 1000-level course in the activity or the equivalent.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 2630 - Volleyball Intermediate
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Open to all students who have completed a 1000-level course in the activity or the equivalent.
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PEGN 3510 - Lifeguard Training Instructor (LGI)
American Red Cross Revised (1992) will prepare the student already certified as a lifeguard to instruct Basic Water Safety, Emergency Water Safety and Lifeguard Training.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PEGN 3490.
Credits: 2 hours
Notes: Open to all students desiring additional experience in an activity and who have completed the 2000-level course or permission of instructor to enroll.
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PEGN 4000 - Baseball
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4010 - Basketball
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4050 - Football
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4060 - Golf
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4070 - Gymnastics
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4080 - Ice Hockey
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4090 - Soccer
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4100 - Softball
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4130 - Tennis
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4140 - Track/Field
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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PEGN 4150 - Volleyball
A varsity athlete may receive PEGN credit by enrollment and completion of these courses. (1 credit hour each.) Enrollment by permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 hour
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GEOG 1000 - World Ecological Problems and Man
Geographers have long been concerned with studying the interactions between human beings and the environment. The major focus of these investigations today is concerned with misuse of the environment, which has led to the present day environmental crisis. The introductory course combines scientific and non-technical appraisals of processes and problems dealing with the question of environmental quality. Therefore, humanity will be studied in the physical as well as the social setting. Though major issues may vary for developing and developed nations, topics concerned with population pressure, pollution, and urbanization will be among those considered. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
Credits: 4 hours
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GEOG 1020 - World Geography through Media and Maps
This course presents an introduction to the geography of the earth. This includes the earth as the home of humans, major urban concentrations, descriptive physical characteristics of continents and countries, political subdivision, and general man-land relationships which reflect cultural preferences. Information delivery will be through textual material with a major concentration of carefully selected audiovisual and map study activities to enhance investigating the character of distant places. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Societies and Cultures Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 1050 - Physical Geography
(Science credit) A study of the physical environmental systems of our earth. The course examines the seasonal and latitudinal distribution of solar energy; analyzes the many elements of weather, climate, vegetation, and soils; and finally considers the earth’s major landforms and the processes which shape them. Though each topic is treated separately, this course demonstrates the basic relationships among these topics and points out the human implications in all physical earth systems. Map use and laboratory work is an integral part of this course. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Scientific Literacy with Lab Category.
Credits: 4 hours
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3 - 1)
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GEOG 1900 - Exploring Earth Science: The Atmosphere
This is a laboratory course designed to develop and build the concepts and principles of the Earth system with an emphasis on the atmosphere. The objectives of the course are to aid students in developing meaningful and functional understanding of key earth science atmospheric concepts and their interrelations; to provide students with open-ended problem solving experiences that facilitate inquiry regarding the nature and content of science as an intellectual activity; explore alternate conceptions of scientific phenomena; help students develop more positive attitudes towards science and increase their confidence to both explain and apply Earth system theories and principles. Does not serve as an alternate to GEOG 2250 in any programs.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 2050 - Human Geography
This course is an introduction to the study and analysis of humans in the landscape. We will look at how people perceive space, how they interact in space, and how space really matters to the study of everything. The course will touch on concepts in history, economics, demographics, the environment, culture, politics, agriculture and planning. We will look at impacts of technology on human to human and human to environment interaction and will also examine opportunities for future work in the field of Geography.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 2250 - Introduction to Meteorology and Climatology
(Science credit) A non-mathematical analysis of atmospheric behavior. The fundamental physical laws affecting the elements of weather - solar radiation, temperature, moisture, pressure, and winds are examined during the first half of the course. Weather systems and forecasting, atmospheric optics, climatic change, and regional climates are examined during the second half of the course. Laboratory meetings dealing with instrumentation and weather map analysis are an integral part of the course. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Scientific Literacy with Lab Category.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: GEOG 1050 or equivalent.
Credits: 4 hours
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3 - 1)
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GEOG 2440 - Economic Geography
This course reviews the spatial processes and patterns for primary production, transportation, manufacturing and energy, service functions, trade and economic development. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 2560 - Introduction to Urban, Regional, and Environmental Planning
This course introduces students to the contemporary practices of community and regional planning in American cities, towns and metropolitan areas. Within this context, the course will provide students with a basic understanding of the history, theory and practice of community and regional planning as means by which communities broadly engage in efforts to confront social issues and improve their quality of life. The course will also introduce a variety of techniques commonly used in the professional practice of planning from the perspective of a general understanding of ways by which planning contributes to changing social, economic, and physical conditions in American cities, town and regions. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Societies and Cultures Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 2650 - Our Digital Earth: An Introduction to Geospatial Technologies
Introduction to technologies used for visualization, measurement, and analysis of features that occur on earth. Students are introduced to fundamentals of cartography, global positioning system (GPS), geographic information science (GIS), and remote sensing of the environment (RS). Topics will include nature and characteristics of geospatial technologies, concepts and characteristics of spatial data, principles and methods of capturing and representing spatial data, and methods of analysis and interpretation of spatial data. Students will have hands-on experience in working with the full range of geospatial technologies and products including maps, air photos, satellite images, GPS, as well as current GIS software. This course satisfies the student learning outcomes in the WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Oral and Digital Communications Course Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3010 - Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems
An introductory course that covers the use and application of geographic information systems (GIS). It combines an overview of general principles of GIS and practical experience in map creation and the use of spatial information, including fundamental aspects of measurement, representation and analysis. Intro GIS focuses on the basics of working with both vector and raster data, as well as the societal aspects of GIS (emerging uses, interaction with new technologies, data standards, public access to information). This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category. Students cannot receive credit for both GEOG 3010 and GEOG 5010.
Credits: 4 hours
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3 - 1)
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GEOG 3020 - Cartographic Design and Geovisualization
An introduction to the theory, art, and science of mapmaking and cartographic design, specifically focusing on production and evaluation of thematic map products. Students will employ cartographic design principles to create and edit effective visual representations of geospatial data (e.g., maps, virtual environments) in a variety of formats (e.g., print, digital, animated). Specific topics include the history of cartography, map projections, data classification, symbolization and the visual variables including color and shape, typography, thematic map types (e.g., choropleth, dot, flow, proportional symbol, cartogram, multivariate), and web-based and interactive maps.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: GEOG 3010 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3030 - Geographic Inquiry
Students will be introduced to geography as a field of study, research and professional opportunity. Students will have an opportunity to investigate social and environmental problems through data collection, analysis, interpretation, and graphic and written presentation. The emphasis throughout will be on the application of inquiry models to geographic and environmental problems. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: STAT 1600 or STAT 2160 or STAT 2660 or STAT 3640 or STAT 3660.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to Geography majors and minors and Tourism and Travel majors.
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GEOG 3040 - Methods of Planning Analysis
Introduction to a variety of methods of planning analysis used in the investigation of community and regional issues, and the practice of community and regional planning. Topics include population and demographic analysis, local and regional socio-economic analysis, and spatial and environmental analysis.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: CORP 2560 and STAT 2160 or STAT 2600 or STAT 3660.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3060 - Climate Change: Past, Present, and Future
(Science credit) The study of the atmospheric environment as it interacts with humans and society. Special emphasis is given to the following: the role of weather and climate in affecting the successful outcome of plans and economic decisions; the dynamics of changing climates and their role in affecting the course of history; human physiological and psychological responses to weather and climate; weather forecasting and its value to society; and the hazards to life, health, and property posed by severe weather. Students should expect to achieve a sufficient understanding of the atmospheric environment so that they may make informed decisions involving weather topics. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3070 - Extreme Weather under Changing Climate
This course provides a thorough introduction of both physical mechanisms and social impact of extreme weathers under climate change. Topics will include introductions of physical properties of different kinds of extreme weather events including hurricanes, tornadoes, thunderstorms, blizzard, freezing rain, and drought, and discussions of their possible relations with climate change. Socio-economic impacts and mitigation of those events will also be introduced with the form of case studies. There will be both class and lab sessions for this course.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: GEOG 1050 or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3100 - Introduction to Tourism
Overview of the tourism industry and the factors which influence its structure and development. Examination of tourism as a human experience, a social-cultural phenomenon, an industry and a policy and research field.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3110 - Geography of Michigan
An introduction to the physical and cultural patterns in Michigan with emphasis on an understanding of the distribution of population, resources, and forms of economic activity. Attention is also focused upon relevant current State problems.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3200 - Culinary Tourism
Culinary tourism is defined as the pursuit of unique and memorable culinary experiences of all kinds, often while traveling. These experiences, which include famous restaurants, bed and breakfast inns, local eateries, wineries, cooking schools, and food festivals, provide business opportunities to tourism industry, and learning opportunities to individuals about places and cultures from a culinary perspective. This course explores the geography of the culinary world with particular reference to the origins and diffusion of the world’s major staples and their relationships with regional cuisines and tourists sites. Topics include the relationship between tourism and food and wine, political, social, and economic contexts of food production and food flow, case studies of regional cuisines in the United States and from around the world, and their implications for the tourism and travel industry. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Societies and Cultures Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3260 - Atmospheric Energy and Motion
This course prepares students for advanced coursework in climate science by surveying the application of physical, chemical, and mathematical principles to a broad range of atmospheric phenomena. Students are introduced to fundamental concepts and applications of atmospheric thermodynamics, radiative transfer, atmospheric chemistry, cloud microphysics, atmospheric dynamics, and climate dynamics. These topics are covered broadly but in enough depth to introduce students to the methods atmospheric scientists use to describe and predict atmospheric phenomena and climate impacts.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOG 2250 and MATH 1220.
Credits: 3 hours
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GEOG 3400 - Cultural Tourism
This course provides an introduction to the main principles and practices for cultural tourism development at local, regional, national, and international levels. The course investigates the relationship between culture and tourism, by examining the socio-cultural complexities of cultural tourism. Issues and trends in the management of cultural assets, such as interpretation, globalization, cross-cultural values, authenticity, impacts of development, and sustainable tourism, are investigated. Analysis of a wide range of cultural attractions, cultural events and festivals, cultural visitors’ behavior and motivation, souvenirs, and contemporary approaches to the cultural tourism development and management will also be covered. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections – Global Perspectives Category.
Credits: 3 hours
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