Champlain Wargaming Club

Anime Club

Description

Join the Anime Club to discuss and watch anime that students have voted on. Each week students put in their suggestions that correspond to a theme that members decide on each month. Other activities include trivia, karaoke, a jukebox, discussion on manga, and anime tier lists! Join us in our exploration of the Japanese animation and manga industry!

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Asian Student Association

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The Asian Student Association was created to make a safe space and learning environment for people who identify as Asian and/or want to learn more about and engage in Asian culture. Our main events are centered around food and movies for members to expand their taste in Asian food and media.

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Black Student Union

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Black Student Union aims to foster a welcoming and supportive environment where students of color can freely share their opinions, ideas, and cultural heritage. It seeks to enhance understanding and appreciation of the histories, cultures, and issues pertinent to students of color through a variety of educational events, cultural celebrations, and open, engaging dialogues. Additionally, it is committed to advocating for and addressing issues that impact these students, striving to create a community that is inclusive and aware of diverse perspectives. Black Student Union wants to build a network between students of color on campus and the community around them through partnering through different BIPOC organizations with movie nights, youth Fridays and more.

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CHAMP

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CHAMP is a student-run organization that plans and hosts exciting and spirit-filled events on campus each semester. All students are welcome to participate in CHAMP meetings and to volunteer as staff for CHAMP events. As a member of CHAMP, you are an integral part of the planning process–from brainstorming ideas to decorating and event execution. This club serves as a driving force for student involvement and engaging events! Our biggest celebrations of the year include: Spirit Week, the Halloween Dance, Late-Night Breakfast, the Snowball Dance, and Spring Meltdown.

Location

CHAMP meets Monday nights in the Fireside Lounge at 8:30pm

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Champlain Coffee and Tea Club

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The Champlain Coffee and Tea Club fosters a fun and safe space for students to try new kinds of teas, coffees, and snacks! We’ll have different weekly activities like watching shows, arts and crafts, and anything our members would like to see. If you’re looking for a way to just destress and have fun, the Champlain Tea and Coffee Club is for you!

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Champlain College Dance Team

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The Champlain College Dance Team is a fun way for students to dance in college without the pressure of tryouts. We work on many fun and unique projects during the year and experiment with different dance styles. At the end of the year, there is an opportunity to perform at the annual Champlain College Dance Team (CCDT) Showcase, with original choreography from our members. We strive to have a positive and safe environment for everyone to be in their bodies comfortably while dancing.

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Champlain College Esports

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Champlain Club/College Esports (CCE) is a student run club that looks to provide a space for gaming and esports for all Champlain students who are passionate about gaming culture. We look to push the limits of esports and engage all students in club events that are centered around social interaction, fun, and of course, gaming. Being diverse and inclusive are our objectives as we look to make esports available to everyone and accommodate any game a student(s) want to build a team for. CCE is focused on gaming, esports, and bringing together a community of individuals who are passionate about video games.

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Location

Visit Champlain Esports at Lakeside!

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Champlain College Esports: Splatoon

Description

CCE Splatoon is a part of the Champlain College Esports club. We compete in CCA (Collegiate Cephalopod Association), the largest collegiate Splatoon league in the US. We also host community outreach events for Splatoon and Non-Splatoon players.

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Champlain College Soccer Club

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Are you an experienced soccer player wishing you had a competitive and fun club to continue your career with at Champlain? Champlain College Soccer Club provides an opportunity for athletes to continue to play competitive soccer in both practice and match settings. We hope you will join us!

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Champlain Crochet

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Champlain Crochet is a space for people to de-stress and crochet in an easygoing but invigorating environment. Whether you’re an expert or know nothing about crochet, the club is a space for everyone to learn and support one another.

Bringing your own supplies is not required for participation, but is encouraged. We have yarn, crochet hooks, stitch markers, and yarn needles that club attendees can use.

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Champlain Cybersecurity Club

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The Champlain Cybersecurity Club (CCSC) is an academic and social club focused on providing students with the opportunity to explore interesting topics within the realm of cybersecurity. This year, club leadership is focused on academic, personal, and professional development. Meetings are open to all majors, and we encourage students with alternative academic backgrounds to participate!

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Champlain Destiny

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The Champlain Destiny Club is an inclusive place for fans of the game “Destiny 2” to talk about and enjoy the game with fellow students. Over the semester, we host many events ranging from raid nights to in-game fashion contests on our discord server and sometimes in person. Our club is open to anyone of any skill level, and we are always happy to accept and meet new members!

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Champlain Equestrian Club

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The Champlain Equestrian Club (CEC) is an equine club that offers free trail rides, riding lessons, equine workshops, and more! Experience Vermont straight from the horse’s back through fun activities and events for all things equine, and join a community of horse lovers and enthusiasts of all kinds!

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Champlain Fashion & Costuming Club

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The Champlain Fashion & Costuming Club aims to encourage everyone to be the most authentic version of themselves. Our goal is to form a diverse and inclusive group of students that desire to learn, create, and grow together. Being such a unique and versatile form of self-expression, there’s a lot to unpack regarding not only the history behind the evolution of clothing, but also the role it plays in our daily lives. Whether you’re new to the fashion landscape or a seasoned connoisseur of all things vogue, Champlain Fashion & Costuming is a safe, creative space where we can work with one another to make this campus more fashionable. We welcome all tastes and styles, basic, trendy, traditional, cosplay, or otherwise!

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Champlain Film Society

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Champlain Film Society is a club for all years and all majors to discuss anything and everything film related. We strive to build a community among our members that will support them throughout their time at Champlain. In addition to collaborating, we provide guest speakers, equipment demos, and student screenings for anyone to join.

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Champlain Lego Club

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The Champlain Lego club strives to bring a safe, welcoming environment to the Champlain College campus by using the wonderful world of Legos. In this club we meet weekly to socialize, relax, talk about Lego news, and of course build Legos! We also will host events for non club members to explore and engage with other creative minds to build legos and connections alike.

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Champlain Mathematics Club

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The Champlain College Math Club is a space for students to grow and explore their interests in mathematics. Come listen to talks given by students demonstrating the unique ways that math intersects with our lives and individual majors, explore how the artistic process can be combined with mathematical thinking to create unique art, and help the Burlington community by volunteering to tutor younger students.

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Champlain Music Club

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The Music Club at Champlain College offers a dynamic and welcoming space for students to dive into their musical passions. Whether you’re an experienced musician or a curious beginner, our club provides opportunities to collaborate with peers, form bands, and perform in a variety of settings. Join us for jam sessions that will help you hone your skills and connect with fellow music enthusiasts. Be part of a community where creativity and camaraderie come together through the joy of music.

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Champlain Outdoors

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The mission of our club is to foster a community of individuals who are eager to spend their time out in nature. Whether it be hiking across the rolling hills of Vermont’s Green Mountains in a sea of Fall colors, paddling through the lakes, creeks, and rivers of the New York Adirondacks, or gliding across the snow on one of many cross-country skiing trails, we are committed to getting you out there. Our trips vary in difficulty, ranging from casual day hikes simply meant for appreciating the beauty of the woods to strenuous treks that will be a true test of endurance and will. Regardless of whether you consider yourself to be a casual hiker or a rugged adventurer, there is something here for you.

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Champlain Production Club

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The Production Club brings together students from several majors to produce a variety of video and audio content. We work on students’ passion projects that may fall outside the curriculum of classes. We also shoot videos for several local businesses to use on their websites and social media.

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Champlain Supernatural Investigators

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Are you looking to engage with the supernatural on a weekly basis? Then become a Champlain Supernatural Investigator! In addition to semi-regular ghost hunts, we also watch movies and TV shows, play games, and do other activities, all with a spooky edge. We welcome anyone and everyone that’s interested in the things that go bump in the night…

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Chivomengro

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Chivomengro aims to publish a monthly zine of personal essays, satire, and cultural commentary. The staff loves to include graphically driven pieces, such as comics or graphic literature, that speak to the college experience.

Chivomengro stays true to its commitment to the writer—contributors have the freedom to submit what they want. The editorial team takes great pride in publishing essays on the human experience, including reviews of pop culture, music, movies, and satire pieces. Chivomengro highly encourages submissions from Champlain College students and remains open for reading on a rolling basis.

For more information, visit the Chivomengro website!

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Darkroom Photography Club

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The Darkroom Club offers the student body an accessible way to explore the increasingly rare medium of analog photography. This club will introduce students to our beloved darkroom and teach them how to shoot, develop, and print their own photographs. In addition to the analog process, the Darkroom Club will host photo critiques, helping students sharpen their photographic eye.

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Design Club

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The Design Club is a place for students from any major to connect with others who have an interest in graphic design. We’ll engage in group and individual project activities, peer review critiques on personal and academic projects, go on occasional trips to local design companies and art galleries, and invite industry professional guest speakers. The goal is to have fun and explore design outside of the classroom and progress professionally in a supportive environment.

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Education Club

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The Education Club is a social club centered around the Education program at Champlain. The club is open to students of any and all majors. This is an inclusive and laid-back space where we will meet and discuss things that matter to us as future educators, as well as simply gathering socially and engaging in some fun activities. All are welcome!

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Free & Open Tech Club

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Welcome to our vibrant Free and Open Tech Club! Our diverse group of tech enthusiasts is currently embarking on an exciting journey, harnessing the power of a Beowulf cluster to tackle complex computing challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned coder or a curious beginner, you’ll find a welcoming community eager to share knowledge and foster collaborative learning.

In addition to our Beowulf cluster project, we also dive into the world of electronics through soldering projects, creating hands-on experiences that bridge theory and practice. Furthermore, we delve into the realm of amateur radio (ham radio), fostering connections across the airwaves and honing our communication skills. Join us in this captivating adventure of technology, where the possibilities are limitless, and innovation thrives!

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Hearthlight Club

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Hearthlight is a club where students meet twice a week to engage in physical activities using foam props. The main activities include games such as capture the flag and red-light, green-light. The main priority of the club is everyone’s safety followed by inclusion and fun. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come participate or watch. It’s a great place to meet and talk to upperclassmen.

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Include+

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Include+ hosts weekly gatherings for LGBTQ+ students and allies to come hang out, and monthly educational events to improve our understanding of LGBTQ+ topics (as well as possibly some additional activities on top of that). This club provides a safe, welcoming space for any student involved in the queer community. Some activities we have done at club meetings in the past include video games, board games, chess, PowerPoint presentation nights, pizza parties, and nail painting.

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Japanese Culture Club

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Explore Japanese culture through games and activities! Learn a bit of the language and history, have fun, and meet people who share an interest in Japanese culture. Dive into sushi making sessions, pick up language tips, or connect with like-minded individuals who share your interests. Discover valuable insights into studying abroad in Japan during the summer with Champlain. Please feel free to stop by!

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Los Dormant Volcanoes Improv Troupe

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We are Champlain College’s Improv Troupe! We hold auditions once per academic year near the start of the fall semester. Our style of improv performance is short-form comedy games. Troupe members are given prompts by the audience, and then we create hilarious scenes to watch and be a part of. We perform a few times a semester, so keep an eye out for our posters!

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Magic The Gathering Club

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Zero cards? Zero experience? Zero problem. The Magic The Gathering Club strives to provide a place for anyone to learn how to play Magic, regardless of experience level, gender, or background.

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Motion Magic

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Motion Magic is a student-run club that aims to create a dedicated and inviting space for animation majors to learn and grow together. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an expert animator, we’re open to students from any background. The Motion Magic club focus on providing a sense of community and support so that you can have your questions answered and complete your assignments. We will also have fun activities, such as movie nights or trips that help us build connections with one another.

Location

Motion Magic meets in CCM 424 on Fridays from 7:30 – 9:00 PM.

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Sisterhood Brunch

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Sisterhood Brunch invites women and those who identify with femininity to join an intergenerational discourse among students, faculty, staff, and community members. Enjoy brunch and discuss topics relevant to your intersecting identities. These events are hosted by the Office of Diversity & Inclusion each semester.

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Stiller Women in Business

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Stiller Women in Business is a group of students who are committed to giving women and other marginalized communities within the business world a safe space to hang out and talk about classes and other activities on campus. You do not have to be female identifying or a business major to participate in the club. Our goal is to explore, transform, and ignite the business world, and this starts with us. Through the combined efforts of its members and leaders in the business community, SWIB strengthens their professional expertise to positively impact their careers and society.

Our Mission:

To Explore, Transform, & Ignite the Nature of Women in Business, Now and in the future.

What We Do!

Meetings | Networking Events | Skills Panels/Workshops | Mentor Program | Partnership Events with Speaking from Experience, WEI & More!

Why We Do It!

Passionate individuals | Being female role models in our field | Credibility | Encouraging confidence in a safe space | Leaving a legacy & foundation for future students | Changing the image of women in the business world | Elevating the community | Mentoring | Feasible Journey | Ability to reach out to local community | Having a voice | Resources | Making an impact in our lives & our community

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Student Activity Programmers

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Student Activity Programmers (SAP) host multiple events each week to encourage social interactions and bonding within our community. These events are open to all students and are almost always free to participate in. Some program highlights include bingo, trivia, and free bowling nights, as well as crafts, movie nights, or themed food nights. If there is a fun event you want to see on campus, let us know and we can make it happen!

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Syndicate for Appreciating and Watching Horror

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Our club is driven by a collective curiosity to explore the intricate artistry that makes horror movies so irresistibly captivating. Geared toward those with a penchant for the mysterious, the horrifying, and the thrilling, our aim is to dissect the essence of exceptional horror. While this will mainly be done through weekly screenings (with free snacks provided) that cover a diverse range of films from chilling classics to modern gems, our hope is to ignite a discussion following our screenings that transcends the screen to include other forms of horror media.

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Tabletop Games Club

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The Tabletop Games Club is a place for people to socialize and play tabletop games. We provide a large variety of games members can freely use. Whether you’re new to board games or a veteran, all are welcome! Don’t know what to play? Find a club head and we’ll help you get set up with a game. Our club is all about coming together and meeting new people with shared interests, and we’d love to have you there!

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The Champlayers

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We are a completely student-run theater club that produces a show each semester. We are an audition-based club, but we also have positions in tech and encourage students to join our discord to keep informed about what opportunities we have open! We meet twice a week until tech week and hold auditions early in the semester. We do not perform musicals.

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The Grind

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The Grind is an open mic coffee house that provides a safe space for people to express themselves through performance. The audience can relax, meet new people, and spend time with friends. Every Wednesday from 8:30-11:30 PM in Fireside Lounge, there is a player’s sheet; it’s first to sign-up, first to play. We have a sound system and an electric piano for acoustic music. There’s always snacks/coffee available. Our goals are to provide a safe environment for creative expression and creative community and to create an environment that develops and nurtures our performers.

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Willard & Maple

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Willard & Maple is the oldest running student publication on campus. Champlain’s student-run literary magazine, publishes annual issues that feature visual art, poetry, short fiction, and nonfiction each year. Its mission is to broadcast the diverse and powerful voices in the Champlain community out to the world.

Willard & Maple accepts submissions from the Champlain community. Guidelines for submissions are on its website, as is a link to W&M’s Submittable page. Willard & Maple staff engage in a democratic voting process to determine acceptances.

The Willard & Maple office is not a traditional college-magazine workplace. Students completely take charge of the editorial process, and the review board for submissions is entirely composed of young writers. Nobody’s here to pour coffee and punch copy.

Interested in joining? Email willardandmaple@champlain.edu —the staff is looking forward to connecting with you

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Women In Film

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Our goal is to create a welcoming space for women and non-binary people working in film to get to know each other and feel supported. We do demos, screen movies, work on projects together, and more!

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Women In Games

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Women In Games (W.I.G.) is a club that was created to show the value that women, femme-identifying, non-binary professionals, and allies hold within the Game Studio at Champlain College. By providing its members with access to technology, and conducting professional development workshops with keynote guest speakers, there is an elimination of any barriers that may be held within the industry. W.I.G. at Champlain College works with two organizations, Women in Games International (W.I.G.I.) as well as the Women In Games (W.I.G.) based out of the UK. Join W.I.G. to meet and collaborate with different students in an inclusive environment, as that is when the best ideas come together!

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Womxn in Technology

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The Womxn in Technology Club offers a safe and supportive space for students who are considered minorities in the field of technology. While the club mainly focuses on the experiences of students who are minorities in regard to gender (female-identifying and gender non-conforming), all students are welcome. Diverse experiences and perspectives are what our club is all about! Join us for a mix of community building and technical nights, where we invite guest speakers, talk about different technologies folks are interested in, and do hands-on educational activities and labs.

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Yarn for Good

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Yarn for Good is a club where people can gather to knit and crochet, learn how to do so, and have the opportunity to donate to a local organization. People can work on their own projects while interacting with others or can work on a project like a hat, scarf, or blanket in which they wish to donate.

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