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2026-27 Student Handbook 

Academic Services

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The Academic Services section includes the following:

Academic Affairs, Browning 109, 931-221-7676

The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership, professional development, services, and resources that advance a vibrant teaching and learning environment grounded in academic excellence. Under the leadership of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the division aligns its work with the goals and priorities articulated in the university’s strategic plan. Through this alignment, Academic Affairs seeks to strengthen student success at Austin Peay State University by ensuring the quality of academic programs, supporting the distinction and continued development of faculty, and fostering innovation in academic support services.

The Division of Academic Affairs provides oversight for the university’s colleges, academic programs, and key academic support units, including the College of Arts and Letters; College of Behavioral and Health Sciences; College of Business; Martha Dickerson Eriksson College of Education; College of Graduate Studies; College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; Honors College; Felix G. Woodward Library; Office of the University Registrar; Enrollment Management; Student Success and Academic Excellence; and the Office of the Senior Vice Provost and Senior Associate Vice President for Faculty Affairs.

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Academic Honesty

Austin Peay State University strives to promote values and attitudes that reflect academic character and integrity. Academic integrity is the cornerstone of every student’s educational experience, and all students are expected to uphold this principle by completing their work, conducting research, and authoring assignments independently (unless specifically authorized to work together by their respective faculty). When students participate in behavior considered academic misconduct, their education's scholarly value diminishes.

Academic misconduct is defined as the following but is not limited to:

Violations of APSU's Academic Misconduct Policy may result in disciplinary action including failure for an assignment, failure for an entire course, probation, suspension, or expulsion from the university. In severe cases, the revocation of a degree may also be imposed if it is determined that the degree was obtained - at least in part - through cheating, plagiarism, other academic dishonesty, or research misconduct. In such cases, the revocation will be permanently noted on the student’s academic transcript.

If students are unsure whether a particular behavior constitutes academic misconduct, they should always consult their instructor before submitting any work or sharing materials.

For additional information, please refer to the Student Academic Misconduct Policy: 3:005.

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Appealing University Decisions

Any student may appeal the assessment, application, calculation, collection or interpretation of any university fee, charge, deposit or refund. To learn more about the appeals process, please click here.

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APSU Ann R. Ross Bookstore, 328 College Street, 931-221-6701

Operated and managed by Barnes & Noble College, the bookstore provides course materials and other items to support students’ academic careers, including study guides, notebooks, backpacks, electronics, spirit items, apparel and much more.

Services Offered:

The Clarksville campus bookstore includes a Barnes & Noble café serving Starbucks, close parking options, visitor parking, a traffic light/crosswalk and other general services.
The bookstore also provides services at the SSG Glenn H. English Jr. Army Education Center at the Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell.

For more information, please visit www.apsubookstore.com.

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Cancellation and Withdrawal from Class, 931-221-7150

Not attending class does not remove the student from the class, relieve students from their financial obligations or entitle them to a refund. Students who withdraw before the first day of class will not incur tuition liability. Students receiving financial aid should meet with the financial aid counselor prior to withdrawal. Students will be responsible for charges in accordance with the refund schedule on the academic calendar.

Students who confirmed their registration must withdraw officially from the university if they decide not to attend APSU. Official withdrawals must be completed online in AP OneStop. For questions regarding withdrawals, please contact the Office of the Registrar at 931-221-7150.

Withdrawal from the university may require repayment of financial aid, loss of lottery scholarship eligibility and/or loss of VA benefits. 

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Class Attendance

Students are expected to attend class regularly, to participate in class and to be prepared with assignments. The university requires faculty to report students who have never attended or who stopped attending class. The impact of class attendance on the final grade is within the purview of the teaching faculty, and faculty will inform class members of their attendance policies through a course syllabus distributed at the beginning of the semester or term; however, failure to attend grades are based on the set criteria below. Irregular attendance may result in a referral to the Office of University Student Success (GovSignal).  

Unless the student is officially representing the university off-campus, the discretion of the instructor determines the action regarding missed exams or work. Class absenteeism that results in the grade of “FA” (failure: stopped attending and reported within 14 days of the last date of attendance) or “FN” (failure: never attended and reported within the first 14 days of class) may adversely affect the student’s time status, and financial aid repayment of lottery scholarship and/or veteran’s benefits. 

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Full-Time Class Load

The basic unit of all college work is the “semester credit hour.” For undergraduate students, twelve (12) semester hours for fall or spring semester is considered a full-time course load for the purposes of veteran status, financial aid, insurance eligibility and more (to determine your eligibility for the Clarksville campus or the Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell, please visit the Financial Aid website at apsu.edu/financialaid.) However, the usual load for a full-time undergraduate student is at least 15 semester hours. Because the summer term is approximately one-third the length of the semester, the workload for one course is three times as heavy. APSU strongly recommends students register for no more than six (6) semester hours in each summer term. Graduate students who enroll for eight (8) hours during the semester are considered full-time. 

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Computers and Printing

For a listing of computer labs and information visit this link. Computers are available for use in the Woodward Library.

Printing

The Woodward Library offers printing to all APSU students. Multiple printers can be found on the main floor of the Library. APSU students can use their OneStop login to use one of the Information Commons computers. They can then use their Govs ID to release their documents from any library print station.

Rules & Guidelines

All printing must be done from desktops located in the library. Students cannot print from their personal devices. Users are expected to exercise good judgement when submitting printing tasks and take proper care of the computers, printers, and all other library equipment.

Printing Options & Costs

Information Commons printers only print in black and white. Color printing is available in the Makerspace for an additional out-of-pocket fee. Cash and credit are accepted.

Printing Credits & Fees

The cost of printing is $0.25 per page. Students are allocated $40 printing credit per semester. If students use all of their credit, they can visit the Circulation Desk for additional credit. Each request for additional credit is handled on a case by case basis.

For any assistance with printing, please visit the Circulation Desk.

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Dean’s List

At the end of each specific semester/term, a list of honor students, known as the Dean’s List, is published. 

To qualify for this distinction, the student must earn at least 12 credit hours with a minimum semester/term GPA of 3.50 in an individual term. 

Courses taken on the Pass-Fail grading system will not be included in hours earned for purposes of the Dean’s List. 

Provost Part-Time Honors List - effective Fall 2026 

At the end of each Fall/Spring semester, the Provost Part-Time Honors List will be published. 

To qualify for this distinction, the student must have earned a minimum of 12 institutional hours at APSU, complete 6 to 11 credit hours with a minimum semester term GPA of 3.50, along with no final grade assignments of I, F, FA, or FN within the term. 

Courses taken on the Pass-Fail grading system will not be included in hours earned for purposes of the Dean’s List. 

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Distance Education (Online Classes and Instructional Technology), 931-221-6625

Distance Education supports learning, teaching, and technology in the online environment, which impacts online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses. Our staff manages and provides resources and training for several technologies used while learning at APSU, including the D2L Brightspace learning management system, Turnitin plagiarism prevention and writing feedback*, Honorlock online proctoring, Respondus LockDown Browser, instructional media management, and the SmarterMeasure learning readiness assessment for UNIV 1000. Students may encounter one or more of these instructional technologies in any course. In addition to direct support for students, Distance Education collaborates with faculty to improve course quality, digital accessibility, technology integration, and design.

Distance Education staff can assist you with any of the technologies listed above or with general questions about online learning. Distance Education Support can be reached Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at online@apsu.edu or 931-221-6625. Additionally, the Distance Education website, www.apsu.edu/online/current-students, has a wealth of information, including an introduction to online courses guide, technology training resources, FAQ, helpful tips, and much more.

Important Tips to Get Started

Student access to courses in D2L will begin two business days before the official start of classes. Log into your online courses on the first day and continue to check them daily. Online courses are not self-paced; courses begin and end on specific dates, and classwork has assigned deadlines. Refer to the syllabus posted within each course for more information about the course format and deadlines. Stay up-to-date on assignments. As an online learner, it is your responsibility to manage your time and keep track of assignment due dates. Reach out to faculty and use academic support resources as much as needed to stay successful in your courses. Stay connected with APSU and your online classes by downloading the Govs Connect and D2L Pulse mobile apps.

*Turnitin notice and information for students: Turnitin provides instructors with the tools to promote academic integrity, streamline grading and feedback, and deter plagiarism and the use of AI-generated text. Individual instructors determine whether Turnitin is used in their courses and for which assignments. When used, Turnitin is integrated into the D2L online classroom and processes assignments that are submitted through the D2L Assignments tool. Any assignment documents may be subject to submission to Turnitin for the detection of plagiarism and AI-generated text, and they may be included as source documents in the Turnitin reference database. Students are encouraged to review the Turnitin End-User License Agreement at www.turnitin.com/agreement.asp and the AI Writing Detection FAQ at www.turnitin.com/products/features/ai-writing-detection. If you have general questions about Turnitin, please contact Distance Education at online@apsu.edu. If you have questions about the use of Turnitin within a course, please contact the instructor. 

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GovSignal, McReynolds 118

GovSignal is a web-based, early-alert system used to notify students on how to address problems they may be having in class. Students may receive a positive notification known as a kudos, or a negative notification, which can be due to a number of concerns a professor may have related to student performance. Alerted students are notified through APSU email and may contact Student Success staff - GovSignal Outreach Counselor to discuss the alert; students may also receive a phone call, a letter or additional emails from the Student Success staff - GovSignal Outreach Counselor. Recommendations to support and enhance the opportunity for academic success of alerted students may include tutoring, improving study skills and/or personal counseling. For questions, please call 931-221-6871 or email govsignal@apsu.edu 

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Graduate School/College of Graduate Studies, McReynolds 119, 931-221-7662

APSU offers a diverse selection of master's degrees, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs across a wide range of disciplines. Whether you're preparing to continue your education beyond your bachelor's degree, advance in your current career, or pursue a new professional path, Austin Peay State University offers graduate programs designed to help you achieve your goals. Many programs are available in fully online or hybrid formats, allowing students to balance graduate studies with professional and personal commitments. Several programs can be completed in as little as one year, and most do not require GRE or GMAT scores for admission.

Graduate students benefit from personalized support, expert faculty, and programs that emphasize practical application, leadership, and professional growth. Financial assistance is also available through scholarships and Graduate Assistantships, which may include tuition support, stipends, and valuable teaching, research, or professional experience.

As you plan your next step after completing your undergraduate degree—or if you are returning to further your education—consider continuing your academic journey at APSU. Learn more about graduate programs, admission requirements, and funding opportunities atwww.apsu.edu/grad-studies.

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Graduation, Registrar’s Office, Ellington 316, 931-221-7150

Students who will complete all degree requirements must apply for graduation. Visit www.apsu.edu/commencement for detailed information about graduation and application for degree deadlines.

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Honors Program, Honors Commons, Memorial Health Building, 931-221-7403

The Honors Program is designed to challenge students with an interdisciplinary curriculum, provide opportunities for creative exploration and individual development and help them build friendships with high-achieving peers. The program requires motivated students to fulfill a minimum of 12 hours of honors-designated courses, including an optional senior thesis. Admission to the program requires a 3.5 GPA or 24 ACT score. Students in the Honors Program must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25. To apply, visit: https://www.apsu.edu/honors/apply.

Honors Program students have additional scholarship opportunities and 24-hour access to the Honors Commons, which includes computers, printers, study areas, a classroom, a library and areas for socialization. For more information, visit www.apsu.edu/honors.

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Center for Academic Support & Enrichment, Marks 124, 931-221-6550

Need extra help with your classes? The Center for Academic Support & Enrichment (CASE) houses peer tutoring and supplemental instruction support at APSU. Programs include one-on-one peer tutoring for most undergraduate classes and supplemental instruction sessions. Peer tutoring can be scheduled in a variety of ways: by phone, by email, in person in Marks 124, and through AP Navigate. SI sessions are designed as group study sessions that review specific course content with a peer educator who excelled in the course at APSU. SI sessions meet weekly with schedules posted on our APSU website for supported courses. For more information about SI sessions and where to find times and locations, email tutoring@apsu.edu

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Library: 931-221-7346

The Woodward Library offers key resources and services for APSU students, faculty, and staff. One of our main features is PeaySearch, a powerful discovery tool that lets you access print and electronic materials, such as books, e-books, and journal articles.  You can also download the Woodward Library Mobile App to use library resources from wherever you are.

The library has computers available in the Information Commons and in the Library Instruction Room (LIR), as well as laptops and calculators for short-term and semester-long checkout. We also have individual and group study rooms and spaces.

Library users can borrow from our collections, which include academic and popular books, DVDs, and lendable objects. We also offer interlibrary loan (ILL) and document delivery services to provide access to materials not available onsite. Our University Archives & Special Collections (UASC) features unique local materials, including the Dorothy Dix and Robert Penn Warren Collections and Clarksville photographs. The library manages ASPIRE, APSU's digital repository for sharing and preserving scholarly and creative works by the university community.

Facilities include the Library Makerspace equipped with cutting-edge tools and equipment for prototyping and invention, and a VR Lab for virtual exploration, an assistive technology room to support diverse learning needs, a sensory-friendly space, and a multi-purpose lactation and meditation/prayer (LaMP) room for nursing, prayer, or other quiet needs.  Additional amenities include the Writing Center, Govs Print for printing and copying services, and Starbucks.

“Ask the InfoHub” for information and technology help, either in person or online via email, chat, text, video chat, and phone. Librarians are ready to assist you in finding, evaluating, and using the information you need through library information literacy classes, online tutorials, and one-on-one research consultations.

The Woodward Library is committed to supporting your success at APSU!

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OneStop, onestop.apsu.edu

Students may register, pay fees, add or drop classes, view grades, check APSU email, request student transcripts and obtain information on admissions, financial aid, veteran services, housing, testing, opportunities, important dates, official communication and more by accessing OneStop. To log in, go to onestop.apsu.edu and enter your APSU username and password. Students may access Self Service through OneStop by clicking on the “Web Self Service” tab.

If you have trouble logging in, contact the GOVSTECH Help Desk at govstech@apsu.edu or call 931-221-4357 (HELP). Please check OneStop regularly for important Austin Peay announcements and information.

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Program Licensure Disclosure

The Department of Education has enacted Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v) requiring colleges and universities to disclose licensure program eligibility in all U.S. States and Territories. A comprehensive listing of licensure programs offered at APSU and the appropriate state licensure information and supporting links can be found at the web address at the end of this section. 

Students should be aware that licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state and are subject to change. Licensing agencies or boards may also have requirements in addition to an earned degree. APSU has listed each program and whether it currently meets or does not meet the requirements for licensure for each US state or territory at the link below. APSU recommends that students who are not Tennessee residents or who plan to seek licensure or certification outside the state of Tennessee contact the appropriate licensing agency or board before they enroll in an academic program designed to lead to licensure or certification, and discuss their plans with an advisor. Additionally, a student living in a state where APSU does not meet the necessary program licensure requirements but plans on working in a state where APSU does meet the licensure requirements will need to complete an attestation. This attestation may be requested by emailing Jasmine O'Brien at obrienjr@apsu.edu.

Students seeking a degree in one of the APSU programs found at the following link need to disclose any updated address information to the University within 14 days of relocation. This disclosure will allow APSU to update information in student records and notify the student about licensure or certification requirements relevant to the student’s new state or territory of residence.

For additional information please visit: https://apsu.edu/program-licensure-disclosures/index.php

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Registrar’s Office, Ellington 316, 931-221-7150

The Office of the Registrar, located in the Ellington Building, maintains student academic records (courses, grades, GPA, transcripts, course substitutions, change of majors, etc.) and coordinates registration. They offer a variety of student services, including: registration assistance, verification of enrollment, loan deferments, transcript services, address and official name changes, questions related to graduation, degree works and course transfer equivalency. If you have any questions, please contact  registrar@apsu.edu or call 931-221-7150.

The Office of the Registrar is also responsible for the following:

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Registration and Advisement

Students are assigned a faculty or professional advisor at the time of initial enrollment. Students can see their academic advisor’s name in OneStop on the academic advising page. The advisor helps students clarify personal goals, career options, courses of study, program requirements and educational needs. While the advisor assists the student to identify and assess the alternatives and the consequences of academic decisions, academic choices rest with the students. Each department and college have policies specific to advisement. Students who have not declared a major will be assisted in choosing an academic focus and appropriate core courses by student success coordinators. Freshmen will be assigned to a professional academic advisor, either in their college or with Student Success. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors will be advised by the department of their declared major. 

Currently enrolled students may use this checklist as a brief summary of registration requirements. There is also a checklist available on the Registrar's website at https://www.apsu.edu/registrar/register. During or before the designated preregistration period:

Type of Hold Office to Contact
Financial Aid debt Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships
Balance due to the University Student Account Services
Graduate maximum hours Student’s Graduate College Coordinator
Health Services fees  Student Account Services
Library fines/overdue books Library
Traffic fines Student Account Services
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University Student Success, McReynolds 118, 931-221-6643

University Student Success helps students navigate their undergraduate college experience at Austin Peay State University. Our dynamic college-based success teams for the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences, the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, The College of Arts and Letters, the College of Education and University College, support freshmen and sophomore students through professional academic advising and near-peer coaching support. Our team helps students adjust to college life, learn about university policies and procedures, connect to campus resources, explore major pathways, design intentional academic plans, and engage within our vibrant campus community.

Our staff in the Center for Academic Support & Enrichment provide students with the support they need to achieve their academic goals through peer tutoring, structured learning assistance and supplemental instruction. Collectively, we guide students in making informed and timely decisions that help them accomplish their academic, career and personal goals. We are committed to your holistic success inside and outside the classroom. 

University Student Success is located in McReynolds Room 118 and can be reached at 931-221-6643 or studentsuccess@apsu.edu.

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Undergraduate Research and Innovative Learning, SSC B217, 931-221-7784

The mission of the Office of Undergraduate Research and Innovative Learning is to support research training and discoveries across the disciplines of business, education, art + design, humanities, social sciences and STEM into the APSU experience as a means to engage, retain and promote students and their success. Our purpose is to connect students with funding and resources that will help them pursue scholarly and creative activities. The Office of Undergraduate Research and Innovative Learning hosts events and presentations to feature projects completed by our undergraduate students, graduate students and faculty members. For more information about research opportunities, visit www.apsu.edu/URIL

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Global Education Office, International White House, 325 Drane St., 931-221-6851

The Global Education Office develops and oversees study abroad, study away, and educational exchange opportunities for APSU students. This includes short-term study abroad programs to international destinations and study away programs to destinations within the U.S., as well as semester - or year-long - exchanges at universities within the U.S. and around the world. The Global Education Office also serves incoming international students and scholars.

Study abroad, study away, and exchange programs provide students with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to explore the world with their peers and faculty mentors while gaining resume-building experience and earning college credits. Equally importantly, these programs allow unprecedented opportunities for personal growth and cross-cultural understanding. 

Programs range from one week to a full year and can take place in the fall, winter, Maymester, spring, and summer terms. In recent years, the majority of our programs have been for two weeks or less, with online or in-class instruction taking place in the weeks before and after the travel experience. Some programs offer service-learning or volunteering opportunities. To be eligible to participate, students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be in good academic standing; must be age 18 or older; and cannot have a record of Code of Student Conduct violations.  

The staff of the Global Education Office is happy to help students learn about their program options and guide them through application process. We are also eager to help make education abroad affordable by guiding students towards our many fellowship, scholarship, and financial aid options.

APSU students can also benefit from international programs by participating in our peer-mentor group, which is designed to encourage meaningful interactions with our international student community. 

Find out more about our programs, scholarships, and the experiences of student participants by visiting https://www.apsu.edu/global-education/index.php or by emailing internationaled@apsu.edu.

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Testing Center, Marks Building, Room 120, 931-221-6269

The Academic Testing Center offers ACCUPLACER, CLEP, and TEAS exams.

Accuplacer can be used for APSU admission, college course level placement in math, reading and writing or to challenge a college course level placement. The Accuplacer is offered at both the Clarksville campus and the Fort Campbell campus. CLEP, if the required score is achieved, awards college credit based on the university’s transfer policy. TEAS exam scores are reviewed by the School of Nursing at APSU to determine admission into the nursing program.

For more information or to schedule a testing session, visit www.apsu.edu/testing.

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Transcripts, Ellington 316, 931-221-7150

Students may request their academic transcript online through AP OneStop at onestop.apsu.edu. An electronic PDF transcript may be requested directly through Parchment as well. For more information, please visit www.apsu.edu/registrar.

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TRiO Student Support Services, Ellington 337, 931-221-6142

TRiO Student Support Services is a federally funded program established to provide Pell Grant eligible, first-generation and/or disabled college students with individual academic services and a supportive environment. In order to participate in TRiO Student Support Services, one or more of the following must be met based on the legislative requirements of the U.S. Department of Education: family income meets published federal guidelines (Pell Grant eligible), neither parent earned a four-year college degree (first generation), referred by the Office of Student Access Services (disabled); or the student must demonstrate an academic need and potential to benefit from the services.

Application forms are available in the Ellington Building, Room 337, and can be downloaded from www.apsu.edu/sss. All services of TRiO Student Support Services are free to eligible participants.

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Tutoring, 931-221-6550

The Center for Academic Support & Enrichment provides free tutoring to help students achieve their educational goals. Tutoring is offered in person and online to accommodate student schedules. In-person and online tutoring at the Clarksville campus can be scheduled by visiting our website at apsu.edu/case, emailing case@apsu.edu or calling 931-221-6550. 

Free online tutoring is available 24/7 to students through Tutor.com. Log into D2L, select the course you need help with, click "Support" and then choose "Tutor.com 24/7." This will connect you to Tutor.com and a tutor in the subject area you requested. These online tutors are from across the country.

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