YEARIN REVIEW

Nearly three years ago we, as a division, created and agreed on a vision, mission and a set of values to guide our work. In this report you’ll see how we are pursuing our vision, working on our mission, and living up to the values we set. In fact, each page lists our best achievements in relation to our values. This report also shines a light on a few of our staff and students who reflect our values in their everyday work.

I am particularly proud of four achievements spotlighted in these pages: Serving and Staying Relevant, Make College Count!, Student Emergency Fund, and the Orientation Speaker Series. These points of pride were facilitated by specific departments, but serve the division and campus as a whole and are deserving of special recognition. I thank the dedicated staff at the Career Center, the Office of the Dean of Students, Women’s Center, Multicultural Student Services, New Student & Family Programs and Dining Services for the roles they played in this work.

The Division of Student Affairs is pleased to highlight the many achievements of the 2013-14 academic year.

With Appreciation,

Dr. Lisa B. HarrisVice President for Student Affairs

BOISE STATE UNIVERSITYDIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS

LESLIE WEBBAssociate Vice President

Student A�airs

CHRIS WUTHRICHDean of Students

O�ce of the Dean of Students

JIM ANDERSONAssociate Vice President

Enrollment Services

KIM THOMASExecutive Director

Campus Services

Jeremiah ShinnAssistant Vice President

Student Life

ASBSUStudent Government

Brent DelongDirectorStudent Union

Mike ReedDirectorBookstore & Bronco Shops

Bethani StudebakerDirectorChildren’s Center

Carol ScottGeneral ManagerUniversity Dining Services/Aramark

DR. LISA B. HARRISVice President for Student Affairs

Jessica MartinExecutive Assistant

Lynn HumphreyDirector of Student A�airs

Contract ManagerBeverage Rights

Renee RehderSenior Assoc. DirectorEnrollment Services

Kelly TalbertDirectorAdmissions

CARE TeamCase Management

Diana FairchildDirectorFinancial Aid & Scholarships

Sarah ShinnDirectorNew Student & FamilyPrograms

Kris CollinsRegistrarRegistrar’s O�ce

Blaine EcklesAssoc. Dean of Students

Dean of Students

Jess Caldwell-O’KeefeAssoc. Dean of Students

Dean of Students

VacantAssoc. Dean of Students

Title IX Investigator

Wendy TurnerDirector

Disability Resource Center

RK WilliamsCoordinator

Veteran Services

VacantDirector

Women’s Center

Christy BabcockAssoc. Director

International Student Services

Charlie VarlandSenior Assoc. Director

Student Involvement& Leadership Center

Charlie VarlandSenior Assoc. Director

Student Involvement& Leadership Center

Lisa StuppyInterim Director

Campus Recreation

Kris SansingDirector

Student A�airs Marketing

VacantBusiness Manager

Student Media

Debbie KaylorDirector

Career Center

Francisco SalinasDirector

Student Diversity & Inclusion

Ro ParkerCoordinator

Multicultural Student Services

Dean KennedyDirector

Housing & Residence Life

VISION

As a result of our work every Boise State student is more self-aware, community oriented and prepared to change the world.

MISSION

Boise State University Student Affairs connects with students to provide vital services, resources, and learning opportunities preparing them for work and life beyond the blue.

VALUES In promoting the university’s shared values the Division of Student Affairs is:

ϭ Focused first on every student’s growth and development

ϭ Civic-minded and passionate about fostering diverse and inclusive communities

ϭ Committed to excellence, integrity, and fiscal responsibility

ϭ Dedicated to service and continually evolving in all that we do

*This organization chart reflects the structure of the division at the end of FY14. For a current organization chart please visit vpsa.boisestate.edu.2 3

SPOTLIGHTACHIEVEMENTS

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SERVING & STAYING RELEVANT

To successfully serve students requires providing a safe, respectful, inclusive learning environment. Through staff instruction and participation and growth in programs and services, we’re always ready for the future.

We:

ϭ Hosted a Threat Management and Behavioral Intervention Summit to train staff for emergency situations facilitated by national expert Dr. Gene Deisinger.

ϭ In conjunction with several Idaho universities, hosted ATIXA (Association of Title IX Administrators) to train Title IX coordinators and administrators to help advance gender equity in schools and colleges.

ϭ Hired the university’s first Title IX/504 coordinator and deputy compliance officer.

ϭ The Women’s Center “Bringing in the Bystander” program is now in the course curriculum via University Foundations.

ϭ Held a series of webinars, including such topics as student development theory and supporting at-risk students.

ϭ Celebrated the inaugural First-Generation Graduation of 150 students.

MAKE COLLEGE COUNT!

Due to population growth and changing industry in the region, the Career Center collaborated with the Office of Research and Economic Development and the Department of Community and Regional Planning to conduct the Collegiate Employment/Workforce Readiness research project.

Findings concluded that employers seek specific skills, competencies and experiences in college graduates.

ϭ problem-solving &

critical thinking

ϭ time management &

effective communication

ϭ sustaining professional

relationships

ϭ responsibility &

accountability

ϭ strong work ethic &

self-direction

ϭ humility &

adaptability

Make College Count! emerged to ensure students are competitive-ready for the workplace by focusing on what employers identified as critical to success. An introduction to the program is now part of all BroncoVenture orientations.

STUDENT EMERGENCY FUND

Launched February 2014 via the Office of the Dean of Students, SEF provides assistance to students in danger of withdrawing due to temporary financial hardships. Online application expedites requests, allowing eligible students to receive funding earlier. Funded expenses include housing, food, utilities, transportation, medical, and school supplies . SEF has an 88% retention rate for funded students.

SPEAKER SERIES FOR ORIENTATION PRESENTERS

During spring semester, all student affairs staff presenting at orientations attended trainings to enhance presentation skills. Specialists in the division covered topics such as sharing the Boise State story, the departmental story, designing effective PowerPoint presentations and resonating with incoming students.

Feedback from students and families attending orientation was positive: the message was consistent throughout the presentations, resulting in their eagerness to become members of the Bronco family.

Total Funds Awarded

Requests Received

Requests Approved

Average Request Amount

Average Request Granted

$3,556.94

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THE BIGPICTURE

INCOMING FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS

62.5%of freshmen are residents of Idaho

3.2%of freshmen are international students

22.1%of freshmen are from underrepresented ethnic groups

95.8%of freshmen enrolled in full-time courses. 45.4% had a 3.5 or higher high school GPA, with 3.41 as the average

23is the average ACT composite score for enrolled freshmen

1,025is the average SAT combined critical reading and math score for enrolled freshmen

APPLICATION PROCESSING & SYSTEMS

14,126undergraduate applications processed

INTERNATIONAL PRESENCE

67total countries represented by enrolled undergraduate/graduate international students

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

798events held to contact students, including high school visits, college fairs and Idaho Higher Education Days

18,095 interest cards collected from online requests, college fairs, high school visits, and Idaho Higher Education Days

5,005YouTube hits on 7 new videos

222,111users viewed 1,267,966 pages online

38,696information packets mailed to prospective students

INCOMING TRANSFER STUDENTS

1,225first-time transfer students enrolled, with 70.9% from Idaho and 3.9% international students

23.3%of transfer students are from underrepresented ethnic groups

54.7%of enrolled transfer students had a 3.0 or higher GPA at their last college/university, with 3.03 as the average

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Impact Scholars are students

with powerful stories. My role

has a lot to do with growing their

confidence so they feel like they

have something to contribute,

have people that care about

their success, and have a place

where they belong. Experiencing

foster care impacts the way

these students see themselves,

but through the Impact Scholars

Program they get to positively

impact each other, our campus

and our community.

Anna MoresheadImpact Scholars Coordinator,Office of the Dean of Students

I am fortunate to be part of such an amazing team at Student Affairs Marketing. My experience goes beyond design and reaches into other skills like communications, time management and teamwork, important skills to any career. My goal is to continue to learn, experience, and absorb as much as possible.

Glenna Gomez

Graphic Designer, Student Affairs Marketing,

Graphic Design Major & Spanish Minor/Business Emphasis

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

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424%ATTENDANCE INCREASE

(29 NEW ORGANIZATIONS)

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

200+ student organizations total; expanded training/development programs, including a monthly workshop series. New organization areas include:

NEW STUDENT & FAMILY PROGRAMS

NSFP hosted the first True Blue Preview orientation for high-achieving students with approximately 100 students and guests attending. Students were invited based on test scores, GPA, and scholarship information, learned about campus resources and registered for their first semester.

THE REGISTRAR’S OFFICE

The Registrar’s Office partnered with Advising and Academic Enhancement, Office of Information Technology and the Office of the Provost to implement the new eAdvising tool (Degree Tracker).

THE WOMEN’S CENTER

Attendance at the Women’s Center events for “Healthy Relationships and Violence Prevention” rose from 252 in 2012-13 to 1,320: a 424% increase.

LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITY RESIDENTS

Compared to non-LLC residents, LLC students have a 91% higher 4-year graduation rate and a 63% higher 6-year rate.

Academic: 4Arts, Music,Dance: 1

Cultural/Ethnic: 2Media: 2Multicultural: 3

Political: 1Recreational: 3Religious: 1

Service: 3Social Issues: 3 Special Interest: 6

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The work we do in Student

Diversity and Inclusion feels like

it has taken root deeply and that

our colleagues across campus are

willing and enthusiastic partners

as we advance our comprehensive

philosophy of inclusive excellence.

We are forging a new world day-

by-day and student-by-student

and our work has never been as

important or rewarding

as it is today.

Francisco SalinasDirector,Student Diversity & Inclusion

Multicultural Student Services has fostered an environment for me to grow as an individual. It has opened my eyes to the vast aspects of diversity that I probably would never have come across in my personal life. I am grateful for what I have learned and look forward to passing it on to others.

Daniel Orozco

Multicultural Student Services Staff,Supply Chain Management & General Business Major

FOSTERING DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE COMMUNITIES

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

Cross-cultural trainings continue to be a highly sought-after resource for faculty and staff to help international students feel at home.

ϭ 16 trainings for faculty and staff (vs. 10 in 2012-13)

ϭ 20 trainings for international students (vs. 15 in 2012-13)

ϭ The Cultural Luncheon, a new initiative, brings faculty and Saudi/Kuwaiti students together each semester for a traditional Middle Eastern meal and student presentations.

FIRST-FORWARD PEER MENTORING PROGRAM

Focuses on retaining first-generation students by connecting them with career counselors and academic advisors: 150 students participated in the First-Forward, First-Generation Graduation, 300 attended the reception.

THE TUNNEL OF OPPRESSION

The Tunnel of Oppression was part of the “Act Now” project in affiliation with Foundational Studies, resulting in a new “Tunnel on the Quad” attended by 400 students spring semester.

B ON THE BLUE Following Convocation, Bronco families and guests joined members of the campus community to take a Bronco Spirit Walk to Albertson’s Stadium. Led by the Blue Thunder Marching Band, Boise State Spirit Squad and Buster Bronco, families crowded together to form the “B” logo for photos and a video. 2,500+ participated.

IMPACT SCHOLARS PROGRAM

ϭ First graduate in spring 2014

ϭ 96% overall retention rate

ϭ Highly impactful for a group who never expects to earn a degree

ϭ 7 students promoted the program at campus/community presentations

ϭ Established a program fund and a scholarship fund with University Advancement

FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE

ϭ A record 235 women participated in sorority recruitment; 209 bids granted

ϭ New chapter: Pi Kappa Phi

ϭ 650+ members in 13 chapters

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I am inspired every day by

Boise State students that are

taking steps towards realizing

their potential. They are bold,

curious, creative and hopeful. 

When developing programs

and services to foster this

growth, I appreciate the

university’s commitment to

innovation, because it gives

me the opportunity to be bold,

curious, creative and hopeful

as well.

Erin MahnCampus Programs Coordinator,Student Involvement & Leadership

I love working at Boise State University in student affairs where everyone is dedicated to seeing the university and the students thrive. In Admissions, we’re constantly looking for new ways to put our best foot forward as we recruit prospective students. To us, this is adding value to everything from our events and campus visits to our communications that aid in the admissions process.

Ashlee Chaffee

Communications Coordinator,Admissions

DEDICATED TO EVOLVINGIN ALL THAT WE DO

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PRE-ARRIVAL ONLINE ORIENTATION

We continuously strive to create better, stronger connections to students through the use of technology. Pre-arrival online orientation allows students to get to know Boise State even before they arrive. Video, a discussion board, and brief post quizzes help ease the transition to college life.

DIGITAL CONTENT & E-TEXTBOOKS

Bookstore, Center for Teaching and Learning, Academic Technologies increased the use of digital content & e-Textbooks.

ϭ 10 instructors participated in the e-Textbook Pilot Program

ϭ 16 class sections taught to a total of 392 students

ϭ Estimated 60% savings over printed materials

ϭ Submitted a report to the Provost’s Office and Dean’s Council recommending the program continues as a self-supported pilot with the possibility of expansion

INFO DESK + BRONCO CARD

By combining the Information Desk and Bronco Card office into one location, student IDs are now available 35.5 hours per week more than in previous years (77% increase in service hours). With the expanded footprint, the Info Desk has better visibility and accessibility for students and guests of the university.

STUDENT MEDIA

After reviewing other college publications, transitioned the Arbiter from a broadsheet publication to a tabloid layout.

RECREATION TURF FIELD

The recreation turf field was lined for soccer, football, and lacrosse. As of 2014, an orange “B” is proudly showcased in the center of the field.

LEADERSHIP STUDIES MINOR

High school teachers identified and trained; concurrent enrollment (Leadership 101) expanded into area high schools including Borah and Capital high schools.

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Boise State University has

impacted me in a great way—

sense of community, responsibility,

appreciation and acceptance.

I’m over 20,000 miles away from

home, but every day it feels like

I’m still home due to the amazing

people around me. They believe

in me and support my ideas. They

motivate me. So, I say Boise State

is my home away from home.

Emmanuel EzePresident, Afro-Black Student Alliance &Producer/Director, Multicultural DiversityInclusion Project, Accounting & Finance Major

I feel so lucky to come to campus each day and do something I love. The opportunities available to students at Boise State University abound, and our campus serves as a microcosm for the great change they will continue to establish in the world.

Adrian Bang

LMSW Associate Director, Women’s Center

CIVIC-MINDED

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$18,000 FOR MEALS ON WHEELS

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$10,000FOR CHILDHOOD

CANCER RESEARCH

MEN’S HOCKEY CLUB

The Men’s Hockey Club raised $18,000 for Meals on Wheels at the “Black and Blue” game vs. University of Idaho. $2,000 more than 2012-13.

RESIDENT/COMMUNITY ASSISTANTS & UNIVERSITY HALL COUNCIL

Resident assistants, community assistants, and University Hall Council raised $10,000 for St. Baldrick’s for childhood cancer research.

CAMPUS RECREATION & STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Campus Recreation partnered with student organizations to host charity events:

ϭ Raised $37,000 at the “Boise State Dance Marathon” for Colleges Against Cancer

ϭ Raised $31,000 raised at “Relay for Life” for Colleges Against Cancer

LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITIES

Holocaust survivor Rose Beal spoke at Living-Learning events.

ϭ 500 people attended

ϭ Students raised $2,647.94 for the Rose Beal Legacy Garden in Anne Frank Memorial Park between 2012-2013

STUDENT INVOLVEMENT & LEADERSHIP CENTER

ϭ 3,070+ hours of community service

ϭ 615 Service Saturday volunteers

ϭ 7,964.05 Total service hours for all fraternity and sorority chapters

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Boise State University is a pretty

special place full of opportunity

and support for students and

staff alike. Being part of a team

of individuals who work together

with dedication and enthusiasm

to deal with the unexpected

and unpredictable is especially

rewarding. The work matters and

I’m proud to be part of a campus

community that helps students

achieve their educational goals

and find their place in the world.

Lynn HumphreyDirector, Student Affairs

I enjoy my work so much that it doesn’t feel like work. I am learning as much as my students. Watching students learn and develop from being new students to student leaders who are action-oriented change agents provides me with great hope for the future.

Damoni Wright

Assistant Director,Student Involvement &

Leadership Center

COMMITMENT TO INTEGRITY

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DEAN OF STUDENTS

The Office of the Dean of Students created a staff Behavioral Resource Guide (“The Orange Folder”) to answer questions about appropriate response to distressing behaviors and resources for individuals in crisis.

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. established a new compliance officer position to serve as the primary resource on federal, state and institutional statutory and regulatory authority, as well as state and university policy.

STUDENT CONDUCT BEHAVIOR

This year marked the largest number of student conduct cases and a lower recidivism rate as compared to 2012-13. An increase in cases is partly due to an increase in awareness of Title IX-related violations.

Student Conduct also launched new orientation/training to increase understanding about academic life at Boise State. Training included lectures, role-playing, and Q&A with students, faculty and staff.

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As a work-study student

at Financial Aid I get to help

students every day. As a former

refugee I know firsthand how

important a service is, no matter

how small it may be. My work

challenges me to assist students

in the best possible way and

inspires me to a high level of

professionalism and discipline.

Chakoma TahuriClient Services Work Study,Financial Aid Office,Health Science Major

At Boise State I have truly learned the importance of serving others. From raising money through my fraternity, Delta Sigma Phi, for the Idaho Humane Society to building playgrounds for Partnership Jamaica through the Student Involvement and Leadership Center, I have grown and I have helped others grow. I will forever be thankful to Boise State for such opportunities.

Jayson Davis

Event and Outreach Coordinator, Career Center, Social Science Major

DEDICATEDTO SERVICE

HOUSING FACILITIES

Finishing work projects is fundamental in serving the campus community, and Operations and Maintenance continues to move forward with its success in fulfilling the needs of students:

ϭ 8,937 work requests completed for students

ϭ 962 preventative maintenance projects

ϭ 218 apartment turns

Staff, working with external vendors, completed:

ϭ Upgrading cable/Internet

ϭ Replacing furniture in Graduate Residential Scholars Program & University Square E-Building

ϭ Replacing Chaffee domestic hot water heaters

ϭ Makeover in Payette Suites

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR To serve students more efficiently, improved the process of transfer credit evaluations and provided system support for the following campuswide initiatives:

ϭ Evaluated 15,724 classes from other institutions to determine how they equate to Boise State classes. Parameters are now set for these transfer credits

ϭ Established new mandatory two-week turnaround for transfer credit evaluations

ϭ Redesigned my.BoiseState functionality

ϭ Automated post-enrollment requisite checking

ϭ Upgraded Nolij imaging system/implemented Digication

ϭ Supported reporting, data warehouse and dashboard initiatives

DEDICATED TO SERVICE

Legal Advisory Services successfully implemented summer services as a result of increased funding from ASBSU based on student needs. Online scheduling is now available for making appointments.

FINANCIAL AID

The Financial Aid Office set up a phone tree to direct callers to the correct campus department. Year-to-year the number of callers entering the phone queue decreased by 22.76%, representing 2,064 fewer calls in August.

CHILDREN’S CENTER

The Childern’s Center established a full-day tuition-based kindergarten program after receiving NAEYC accreditation, providing an extended curriculum focused on speaking, writing, math and social studies.

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My goal has always been to

look for ways to streamline

purchasing and save student

dollars. Since taking this job 13

years ago, we have never had

to increase my budget, even

though now I purchase for three

buildings instead of one. I have

made lifelong friendships with the

students I schedule and it

has been a blessing to watch

their successes.

Ric Hobart Building Facility Coordinator,Student Union

One of the most important roles in my job is to ensure that the funds with which we are entrusted are spent in the best interests of the students we are here to support. At times it is necessary for me to assess funding in different areas to ensure that the Division of Student Affairs is progressive, responsive to the needs of our students, and smart about where we spend our monies.

Dr. Lisa B. Harris, Ph.D.

Vice President for Student Affairs

DEDICATED TO FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

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$450

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FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid staff presented 103 outreach events, averaging 8.5 per month; participated in recruiting events (Boise State Road Show and GradFest) in northern and southern California, Seattle, Portland, and eastern and northern Idaho.

Boise State is one of approximately 500 institutions nationwide to provide the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet to help students compare institutions and make informed decisions about where to attend school.

UNIVERSITY DINING

University Dining Services successfully implemented two Coke Freestyle machines, increasing weekly revenue by $450 compared to the traditional fountain machines.

HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE

Housing facility operations installed new, efficient, larger capacity commercial washers and dryers, nearly tripling the ability to launder bedding between conference groups, resulting in quicker room availability.

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My academics have excelled

because of so many opportunities.

Boise State has opened so many

doors for me simply because of

my involvement on campus. I have

been able to solidify my passions

by participating in internships

and I have started developing my

resume, tailoring it around sports

marketing. I am extremely grateful

for everything this university

and community have given me.

Coming here was the best decision

I have ever made.

Lauren AlbrightASBSU, Vice President,Marketing Major

I am surrounded by incredibly talented, loyal and dedicated people. Our staff is always striving to make the Boise State experience the best for our students—one that they will never forget.

Margaret Beierle

Management Assistant,Vice President for Student Affairs

COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE

UNIVERSITY DINING SERVICES

Executive Chef Philippe Didier completed his ProChef III Certification through the Culinary Institute of America, the world’s premier culinary college. This elite, top-level certification requires expertise in a multitude of disciplines from professional management to international cuisine.

COBE SIMPLOT CAFÉ

The Student Union director, Aramark management, Housing and Residence Life, COBE faculty, and COBE students created a new charter for the COBE Simplot Café program (relationships, policies and procedures). Dr. Denise English, faculty-in-residence, helped lead the effort with Gary Logosz and Bart Zilner to create a different business model, which is currently thriving.

STUDENT AFFAIRS MARKETING

Jeremy Webster, graphic designer, won an American In-house Design award for his “Rec Play Book” that helps the campus community keep track of what’s going on at the Student Recreation Center.

STUDENT MEDIA AWARDS

Idaho Press Club (spring 2014) The Arbiter won general excellence for student newspaper in Idaho and general excellence for student website, the first time a college newspaper has won first place in both categories. The Arbiter also took 19 individual awards, sweeping five categories.

General News Story

1st, Christina Marfice

2nd, 3rd, Jessica Adamson

Watchdog / Investigative 1st, 2nd, 3rd Ryan Thorne

Editorial

1st, McKenzie Perkins

2nd, Michael Steen

3rd, Tabitha Bower

Headlines

1st, Staff

2nd, John Engel

Photography

1st, Devin Ferrell

3rd, Jacob Essman

Graphics

1st, Chris Barfus

Page Design

1st, Bryan Talbot

Photography

1st, Devin Ferrell

3rd, Jacob Essman

Serious Feature

2nd, Ryan Thorne

3rd, Tabitha Bower

Column Writing

3rd, Derek Deulus

Sports News Report

Honorable Mention

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