2026-2027 UH Mānoa Catalog [DRAFT]
Department of Nursing
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Webster 446
2528 McCarthy Mall
Honolulu, HI 96822
Tel: (808) 956-8523
Fax: (808) 956-5296
Web: www.nursing.hawaii.edu
Faculty
*C. Ceria-Ulep, PhD (Dean)—adult health, administration, aging
*L. Wong, PhD (Associate Dean for Academic Affairs)—adult health, technology and simulation learning
*H. Fontenot, PhD (Associate Dean for Research)—women’s health, adolescent health, sexual and gender minority health
*G. Glauberman, PhD (Chair)—public health, disaster preparedness
*T. Achong, DNP—rural health family practice
*M. Altman, PhD—sexual and reproductive health, maternal child health
S. Andrews, MSN—emergency, med-surg, primary care
*K. Azama, PhD—occupational health, diabetes, nursing education/professional development
*M. Bray, DNP—public health, critical care
*K. U. Chow-Rule, MSN—cultural safety, community health
*C. Constantin, PhD—maternal child health, genetics
*K. Davis, PhD—evidence-based practice, sleep disorders and behaviors, health outcomes, pediatrics
L. Deming, MSN—primary care, pediatrics
*B. Friedman, DNP—community/public health
R. Fuata, DNP—population health, organizational/system-based quality improvement, program development, leadership development
C. Gazmen, MS—adult health
*C. Greywolf, PhD—mental health
A. Grills, MSN—family medicine
M. Guerriero, MSN—mental health
*F. Hale, PhD—maternal-child health, nursing education, psychiatric mental health
C. Hasegawa, MSN—primary care
T. Higa, MS—adult health
C. Hua, DNP—psychiatric mental health nursing
D. Ing, MSN—pediatric neonatology, simulation learning
*M. Kataoka-Yahiro, DrPH—health disparities, kidney disease, large data
M. Koury, PhD—educational planning and management
*K. Lee, PhD—women’s health
*C. Linhares, PhD—maternal child health
C. Loui, MSN—psychiatric mental health nursing
K. Matsumoto, MSN—adult critical care
*D. Mattheus, PhD—pediatrics, oral health
S. Mercado, MSN—community health, school nursing
A. Mina, MSN—nursing leadership, environmental health nursing
N. Minton, MA—Native Hawaiian cultural enrichment, clinical psychology
*J. Mobley, PhD—statistics, psychology
D. Monfort, MS—maternal-child care, medical-surgical, telemetry, critical care, gynecological surgery
M. Napihaa, MS—pediatrics
*C. Nunokawa, DNP—adult health, geriatric health, integrative/holistic healing
*M. O’Brien, DNP—adult medical-surgical, critical care, telemetry
S. Ott, PhD—pediatrics
J. Ozeki, MSN—adult health
*S. Ozorio Dutra, PhD—women’s health
*D. Palakiko, PhD—community health
C. Pena, EdD—mother baby/women’s health, OR/PACU, nursing education
W. Siegman, MS—medical/surgical nursing
M. Sotelo, MS—advanced medical/surgical nursing
K. Terada, MSN—adult critical care
*K. Tessier, PhD—pediatrics
B. Troxel, DNP—pediatric nursing
*A. Tse, PhD—parent-child, community based participatory research
Emeritus Faculty
*C. Albright, PhD—cancer prevention and control, obesity control
*M. Boland, DrPH (Dean Emerita)—nursing workforce, health policy
*J. Inouye, PhD—psychiatric mental health, psychology
*B. Kooker, DrPH—nursing administration
*L. Magnussen, EdD—maternal child
*K. Qureshi, PhD—emergency nursing, disaster preparedness, community health
R. Ryburn, DrPH—pediatrics, complementary care
*J. Shoultz, DrPH—community health, adult health
* Graduate Faculty
The Nursing Profession
Nursing is a dynamic profession that brings many rewards and career advancement opportunities to those committed to lifelong learning. The nurse is a valuable member of the healthcare team and plays a key role in addressing the increasing demand for safe, high quality, and effective healthcare.
The Academic Program
UH Mānoa Nursing offers a continuum of academic programs with a rich nursing curriculum enhanced by innovative, technological resources such as the UH Translational Health Science Simulation Center and web-based distance learning. Highly qualified and clinically competent faculty, valuable clinical practicums, endeavors in research and scholarship, and internship and interprofessional education opportunities are an integral part of the UH Mānoa Nursing program experience.
UH Mānoa Nursing offers multiple pathways and degrees to further one’s career goals, whether you are entering the program directly from high school or as a consortium college student, choosing a second career in nursing, or advancing your nursing career with a graduate degree.
The bachelor of science in nursing degree prepares beginning-level generalist professional nurses to deliver care to individuals in a variety of health-care settings, meet the state requirements for eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN), and obtain a sound foundation for graduate study in nursing. The UH Mānoa Nursing bachelor’s curriculum meets the requirements of the Hawaiʻi Board of Nursing to obtain a Hawaiʻi RN license.
The Graduate Entry Program in Nursing (GEPN) provides an opportunity for students with a non-nursing baccalaureate degree to pursue a career as an advanced practice nurse or nurse leader by completing a graduate degree in nursing.
The master of science (MS), nursing major degree program prepares the student in advanced population health, and nursing education & leadership.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is designed as a professional (practice) doctorate integrating evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership to prepare experts in specialized advanced nursing practice.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing is designed to prepare visionary scholars capable of conducting research and generating new knowledge to improve the health of culturally diverse populations, especially in Hawai’i and the Pacific Basin regions and countries.
Advising
Office of Student Services
Webster 201
Honolulu, HI 96822
Tel: (808) 956-8939
Email: nursing@hawaii.edu
Potential applicants are highly encouraged to review the program documents posted on our website. Pre-advising is available at both the graduate and undergraduate level for information on application procedures, program description, and degree requirement completion.
Distance Education
A variety of technologies are used in distance education including videoconferencing, HITS, web-based methods, or a combination of technologies. All policies and procedures that apply to UH Mānoa students apply to students enrolled in distance learning programs.
Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master’s degree in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at UH Mānoa are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE). UH Mānoa’s nursing programs are recognized by the Hawaiʻi Board of Nursing.
Essential Functions for Nursing
The School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene (SONDH) is committed to training competent, caring nurses through high quality undergraduate and graduate education. Upholding the highest standards of nursing ethics, we recognize our responsibility to society and our students by ensuring patient safety, promoting equitable healthcare, and fostering an environment of integrity, respect, and professional accountability. To fulfill this ethical obligation, the Department of Nursing (DON) has established essential function criteria that support patient safety and well-being while supporting student success.
In accordance with University of Hawaiʻi policies and federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations, reasonable accommodations will be made to facilitate the progress of the otherwise qualified candidate. Such accommodations will be made, provided they do not fundamentally alter the nature of the program, significantly lower or substantially modify academic standards, or adversely affect the rights of other students.
Special Requirements
Nursing students are expected to participate in clinical and field work experiences at various community agencies and at times that may vary from regular academic schedules. Therefore, students are responsible for arranging their own time and transportation to accommodate these irregular schedules.
Students with prerequisite course deficiencies may not register for or attend clinical courses. Additionally, students must meet all requirements set forth by the clinical agencies. Those students with course deficiencies are not permitted to attend clinical courses.
Students are required to meet the technology requirements of the program. Each nursing student must have a laptop with internet capabilities. For PC laptop specifications, please refer to the UH ITS computer recommendations.
Criminal Background Checks And Drug Testing
Hospitals and other clinical agencies may require a criminal background check and drug testing of students in order to meet their hospital accreditation requirements. The Department of Nursing will not be collecting this information. It is the student’s responsibility to provide this information upon request.
It is the responsibility of the student to satisfactorily complete affiliated clinical facility background checks and drug testing requirements in accordance with procedures and timelines as prescribed by the affiliated agency. Students must adhere to all additional on-boarding requirements of the agency.
If a student does not meet the requirements established by the affiliated clinical agency, the university is not responsible for providing an alternative clinical site or clinical experience. Consequently, if a clinical agency refuses to allow a student to participate due to negative information, the student may be unable to continue in the nursing program.
Undergraduate Study
The Bachelor of Science degree prepares beginning-level generalist professional nurses to deliver care to individuals in a variety of health care settings and meet the state requirements for eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination - Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN).
The Department of Nursing’s undergraduate program provides multiple entry routes to the bachelor of science degree:
- High School Direct Entry in Nursing (HS-DEN) Program
- Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- UH West Oʻahu Pre-Nursing to UH Mānoa Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Potential applicants are highly encouraged to attend an open house event or an informational session at SONDH before submitting an application to the program. Visit the SONDH events page for upcoming events.
Please visit the SONDH website for additional information about the undergraduate program.
High School Direct Entry into Nursing (HS-DEN)-BS in Nursing
For high school graduates
This baccalaureate nursing program is designed for newly graduating high school graduates who are dedicated to completing their Bachelor of Science in nursing degree in four years. Students enter the program in the fall of their freshman year and complete 1 year of pre-nursing coursework followed by 3 years of nursing and General Education courses required for graduation.
Upon successful completion of the first year course work, students take the required nursing courses (as detailed under Bachelor of Science in Nursing Curriculum) along with remaining general education graduation requirements.
Admission Requirements
The program admits high school students who are eligible for admission to UH Mānoa and meet the UH Mānoa Nursing requirements.
For detailed admission and application information, please visit the SONDH website at nursing.hawaii.edu/nursing-bachelor/high-school-direct-entry-in-nursing/.
Traditional BS in Nursing
For current UH Mānoa, pre-nursing, and transfer students.
This baccalaureate nursing program is designed for current and former college students that will complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in three years. The program offers admission for the fall semester, and gives students an opportunity for educational advancement. With the Bachelor of Science degree, students are prepared to proceed to graduate education and pursue career development.
Admission and Application Requirements
For detailed admission and application information, please visit the SONDH website at nursing.hawaii.edu/nursing-bachelor/bs/.
UH West Oʻahu Pre-Nursing to UH Mānoa BS in Nursing
For Current West Oʻahu Pre-Nursing Students
This pathway is designed for UH West Oahu Pre-Nursing students that are dedicated to completing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in three years. The program admits students in the spring semester, and gives students an opportunity for educational advancement. With the Bachelor of Science degree, students are prepared to proceed to graduate education and pursue further career development. This program gives priority admission to students currently enrolled in the UH West Oahu Pre-Nursing Pathway. Secondary consideration is given to UH West Oʻahu students who meet the eligibility criteria.
For additional program information, please visit the SONDH website at nursing.hawaii.edu/nursing-bachelor/uhwo-pre-nursing-uhm-bs/ or the UH West Oʻahu Pre-Nursing Pathway website at westoahu.hawaii.edu/academics/prenursing/.
Admission and Application Requirements
For detailed admission and application information, please visit the UH West Oʻahu Pre-Nursing Pathway website at westoahu.hawaii.edu/academics/prenursing/.
Online RN to BS in Nursing
For Associate Degree and Nursing Diploma Graduates
The Online RN to Bachelors of Science in Nursing Program offers registered nurses the opportunity to elevate their careers by earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through convenient, flexible, and asynchronous online lectures with tailored practice experiences that move students from an Associate Degree or diploma level to the baccalaureate level of proficiency. This program is designed to provide specialized knowledge and advanced clinical skills that prepare nurses for leadership roles, enabling them to influence healthcare practices, improve patient outcomes, and meet the evolving demands of the healthcare industry with confidence and expertise.
The Online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is available to Associate Degree in Nursing and diploma nursing graduates from UH community colleges, as well as Associate Degree in Nursing graduates outside the UH system. It bridges to a baccalaureate degree, enhancing nursing skills and addressing cultural, economic, and social factors impacting patient care.
Admission and Application Requirements
For detailed admission and application information, please visit the SONDH website at nursing.hawaii.edu/nursing-bachelor/online-rn-to-bsn.
Contact Information
HS-DEN and BS in Nursing Programs
Phone: (808) 956-3794
Fax: (808) 956-5977
Email: bsnurs@hawaii.edu
Office of Student Services
School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
2528 McCarthy Mall, Webster Hall
Honolulu, HI 96822
Graduate Study
UH Mānoa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene offers graduate nursing education at the master’s and doctoral levels to prepare professional nurses with advanced knowledge, practice, and skills to enter the workforce.
UH Mānoa nurses with advanced graduate preparation provide care throughout the lifespan with diverse populations and communities in a variety of settings (hospital, non-profit organizations, government, universities, primary care settings and health systems). They are prepared to become leaders in research, practice, education, policy & public health, and multilevel health systems in Hawaiʻi, the US, and the international and global community.
Graduate nursing courses are offered in online, face-to-face, and hybrid (blended) formats. Programs may be part-time or full-time, depending on the pathway.
Degrees
The entry routes provide a seamless, accelerated approach to a graduate nursing degree for:
- Master of Science: prepares the nurse for advanced roles in population health and nursing education & leadership
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): prepares the nurse for specialized advanced nursing practice and organizational leadership
- PhD in Nursing: prepares the nurse for a career in research
Graduate Entry Program in Nursing (GEPN)
The Graduate Entry Program in Nursing provides an opportunity for students with a non-nursing baccalaureate degree to pursue a career as an advanced practice nurse or nurse leader by completing a graduate degree in nursing. It is designed for adult learners who have not attended an RN educational program; who have a baccalaureate degree or higher in a field other than nursing; who are leadership bound and seeking a career in advanced nursing; and who will seamlessly transition into the masterʻs or DNP program.
GEPN is a pre-entry specialty pathway for students who have a non-nursing baccalaureate degree to complete a graduate Nursing degree in one of four (4) specialty tracks. It IS NOT an accelerated bachelor’s degree offering program.
The program consists of an intensive pre-licensure curriculum delivered across three continuous semesters. Emphasis is placed on health promotion and disease prevention as well as the care of the acutely ill person.
A substantial amount of the curriculum are clinical practicums in community and hospital/health care settings where students are actively engaged in nursing care under the supervision of faculty. Threaded throughout the curriculum are research, patient safety, community nursing health, and culture as well as the various contexts (i.e., historical & social) of nursing, nursing roles, and the core values of the profession.
The first year of GEPN is the Pre-Licensure year because the student has not yet earned an RN license. This is a one year, full-time (3 semesters), pre-entry specialty pathway program.
Upon completing the Pre-Licensure Year, students become eligible to take the NCLEX-RN national licensing exam. Beginning the second year, students are expected to transition directly into their graduate specialty track and enroll in nursing courses for their advanced degree. Students must pass the NCLEX-RN exam and earn the RN license by the end of the 1st semester in their graduate degree program. A degree is awarded at the completion of the Master of Science or Doctor of Nursing Practice program.
Please visit the SONDH website for additional program information.
Admission and Application Requirements
Applicants must meet the requirements of both the Graduate Division and the Department of Nursing for admission to the program. Admission and application requirements vary by the chosen pathway and degree. For detailed information, please visit the SONDH website at nursing.hawaii.edu/graduate-entry-program-in-nursing.
Contact Information
GEPN Program
Phone: (808) 956-0445
Fax: (808) 956-5977
Email: gepn@hawaii.edu
Office of Student Services
School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
2528 McCarthy Mall, Webster Hall
Honolulu, HI 96822
Master of Science Degree
The Master of Science (MS) degree program is designed as a post-baccalaureate program to meet our statewide demand for a highly competent nursing workforce equipped with the skills to ensure the delivery of safe, quality nursing care in Hawaiʻi. The curriculum integrates evidence based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership to prepare nurses for flexible leadership and critical action within complex, changing systems, including health, educational, and organizational systems.
Online Advanced Population Health Nursing
For RNs with a Bachelorʻs Degree
The Online Advanced Population Health Nursing (APHN) program is a distance-based master’s degree that prepares registered nurses for leadership roles in population health nursing who wish to practice in Hawaii, the US mainland, or in an international setting. Students learn skills to engage with patients in diverse contexts and develop valuable insight into how health care affects individuals, families, and communities. The program focuses on population-level health, wellness, social determinants of health, health promotion, and disease prevention. Students learn critical population health skills such as community and population assessment; leadership, complex project/program management; disaster nursing, health services research; and health policy analysis.
Please visit the MS Online APHN website for additional program information.
Nursing Education and Leadership
For RNs with a Bachelorʻs Degree
The Master of Science (MS) in Nursing Education & Leadership degree is designed for post-baccalaureate and advanced practice nurses who are ready to advance their careers in nursing education, leadership and innovation in teaching and learning.
Please visit the MS NEL website for additional program information.
Admission and Application Requirements
Applicants must meet the requirements of both the Graduate Division and the Department of Nursing for admission to the program. Admission and application requirements vary by the pathway.
The MS in Nursing Education & Leadership track is not accepting applications at this time. Please check back for updates on future application cycles.
For detailed admission and application information, please visit the SONDH website.
Contact Information
MS Program
Phone: (808) 956-3519
Fax: (808) 956-5977
Email: msaphn@hawaii.edu
Office of Student Services
School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
2528 McCarthy Mall, Webster Hall
Honolulu, HI 96822
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa prepares nurses for the highest level of clinical practice, leadership, and evidence based practice - learning opportunities are rooted in the unique health needs of our local communities and grounded in the University’s mission of serving Hawaii and the Pacific through excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Designed to meet the growing demand for highly skilled nursing professionals across the islands, the DNP program equips graduates with the expertise to deliver safe, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care across the state of Hawai’i, including underserved and rural areas of Hawaii. The curriculum emphasizes independent advanced nursing practice, leadership in health systems, and advocacy for equitable healthcare access throughout the state.
Rooted in the mission and vision of UH Manoa, our program fosters nursing leaders who embody Aloha, cultural competency, and a commitment to community health. We empower our graduates to take initiative, drive change, and serve with excellence-whether on the frontlines of clinical care or in policy and leadership roles across the healthcare system.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Clinical Tracks
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
This program prepares students with advanced clinical expertise to deliver exceptional care to adult and geriatric populations, while honing the leadership skills to drive impactful change within healthcare organizations and collaborative teams.
Graduates who successfully complete the AG-PCNP DNP Program are eligible to obtain national certification as an Adult and Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
Family Nurse Practitioner
FNPs are clinical leaders and advocates for family-centered health, providing continuous and preventive services to patients of all ages-from newborns to seniors. At UH Mānoa, this program is designed not only to build clinical excellence, but also to support the unique health demands of Hawaiʻi, particularly in rural and underserved populations.
Graduates who successfully complete the FNP DNP Program are eligible to obtain national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
This program equips nurses with the advanced clinical expertise and judgment needed to provide compassionate holistic mental health care to individuals, families and groups across the life span. Through diverse and immersive learning experiences in Hawaii, students develop skills to deliver exceptional, evidence-based psychiatric-mental health care while honing leadership abilities. Graduates are empowered to drive meaningful change within healthcare systems and collaborate effectively as part of interdisciplinary teams.
Graduates who successfully complete the PMHNP DNP Program are eligible to obtain national certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Post-Masterʻs in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
This program is specifically designed for master’s prepared APRN’s seeking academic progression and specialization in the psychiatric mental health field. It builds on foundational advanced practice nursing skills and prepares students to provide holistic, evidence-based psychiatric-mental health care to individuals, families, and groups across the lifespan. The curriculum focuses on psychotropic medication management, psychotherapy (individual, group, and family), crisis intervention, and care coordination, ensuring you gain the expertise to work with a variety of populations in diverse healthcare settings.
Graduates who successfully complete the PMHNP DNP Program are eligible to obtain national certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Leadership Tracks
Post-Master’s in Organizational Leadership
The program is specifically designed to meet the growing demand for highly competent nurse leaders equipped with the skills to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality nursing care across Hawaii. It equips students with the advanced leadership skills needed to drive organizational change, improve healthcare delivery, and lead high-performing interprofessional teams. Graduates are empowered to navigate complex healthcare systems, make impactful decisions, and elevate the quality of care across diverse healthcare settings, becoming visionary leaders in the evolving landscape of nursing and healthcare.
EMBA to DNP
The Shidler College of Business Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA-HC) with a Health Care Management Track, in collaboration with the University of Hawaii at Manoa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene, offers a unique dual-degree pathway that allows students to earn both an MBA and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. This integrated program provides a robust foundation in healthcare management and nursing leadership, preparing graduates to lead in diverse healthcare environments. It is ideal for healthcare professionals who seek advanced business acumen alongside clinical nursing expertise.
The Shidler EMBA-HC to DNP pathway allows healthcare professionals to combine top-tier business management training with the advanced clinical and leadership skills needed to make a significant impact in healthcare systems. This dual-degree opportunity is designed to develop leaders who are equipped to navigate complex healthcare challenges and drive systemic change across Hawaii and beyond.
Please see “Programs” section below for degree requirements, or visit the SONDH DNP Program website for additional program information.
Admission and Application Requirements
Applicants must meet the requirements of both the Graduate Division and the Department of Nursing for admission to the program. Admission and application requirements vary by the pathway.
For detailed admission and application information, please visit the SONDH website.
Contact Information
DNP Program
Phone: (808) 956-8401
Fax: (808) 956-5977
Email: dnpnurs@hawaii.edu
Office of Student Services
School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
2528 McCarthy Mall, Webster Hall
Honolulu, HI 96822
PhD in Nursing Degree
The PhD in Nursing program at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa is designed to prepare visionary scholars capable of conducting research and generating new knowledge to improve the health of culturally diverse populations, especially in Hawai’i and the Pacific Basin regions and countries.
Students will learn to conduct culturally relevant scientific research to answer important, community-driven questions to improve health and health care; cultivate a program of research in a topic meaningful to you and your community; and develop and strengthen leadership skills to transform healthcare research, education, and practice.
Students completing the PhD degree in Nursing will demonstrate the ability to conduct original publishable research, ability to communicate to various audiences, conduct research in an ethical manner, integrate and apply key concepts, information, and methods into their work. The program will graduate nurse scholars capable of leading and functioning on scientific teams and addressing complex health concerns.
Please see “Programs” section below for degree requirements, or visit the SONDH PhD Program website for additional program information.
Partnership in the Nursing Education Exchange
UH Mānoa is a member of NEXus (The Nursing Education Xchange), a collaboration between participating doctoral programs in nursing that allows doctoral students enrolled at member colleges and universities to take courses that may not be offered at his or her home institution for a common tuition cost.
Admission and Application Requirements
Applicants must meet the requirements of both the Graduate Division and the Department of Nursing for admission to the program. Admission and application requirements vary by the pathway.
For detailed admission and application information, please visit the SONDH website at.
UH Translational Health Science Simulation Center (UH THSSC)
Web: nursing.hawaii.edu/thssc
Please see the information in the Instructional Support, Research & Service Units section.
Hawaiʻi State Center for Nursing
Web: hawaiicenterfornursing.org
Please see the information in the Instructional Support, Research & Service Units section.
ProgramsBachelor’sMaster’sDoctorateGraduate Certificate
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