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[PFOHO] Fellowships: Intent to Apply for Seniors

by Makinde Ogunnaike

Hey Pfoho (especially you rising seniors), We hope you are all keeping well through the latest wave of chaos in this tumultuous year. This message is particularly targeted at our rising seniors, but if you are considering any fellowships or want advice working through any applications, please do reach out to one of us on the Pfellowships team. We're here to help. Anyway, summer is upon us, and though it may be the last thing on your mind right now, so is the first wave of fellowships season for you seniors. Many of the biggest fellowships available have August deadlines for initial applications, so if you are considering (even if you are unsure about) applying to any of the following early deadline fellowships: *Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell*, and/or *Fulbright* (descriptions below), we want to help get you on track early. If you are interested in applying to one or more of these fellowships, please indicate so on *THIS FORM <https://forms.gle/GAeUYBtS8JW1c6sH8>*. This is not mandatory, but *highly recommended. *The form will close on *Friday, 7/3.* We will be assigning everyone who fills out the form a returning Pfellowships tutor to act as your main point of contact throughout the year. Within a week of being paired, you should be scheduled for a meeting for your first Pfellowships chat to review where you are in your applications (just having started at this point is fine). Please note that this does not mean you cannot speak with other tutors about your applications or ask for multiple perspectives, but your paired tutor should be your first point of contact, especially for logistical questions and learning more about your options. If you have any questions about the pairing process or looking up fellowships in general, please e-mail olumakinde17(a)gmail.com Sincerely, Your current Pfellowships Team: Erik, Makinde, Daniel, Mureji, and Peter Early Fellowship Descriptions (detailed descriptions and eligibility on the URAF website <https://uraf.harvard.edu/all-organize-chronologically>): *The Rhodes Fellowship*: Supports 2-3 years of study at Oxford University. Selection is roughly based on exemplary academic scholarship, leadership potential, personal drive, and character. This highly competitive fellowship only selects 32 US students (and typically ~2 students each from a number of other countries around the world). Intent to apply: Aug. 1 Endorsement application: Aug. 13 *The Marshall Fellowship*: Supports 2 years of study at UK universities. Selection is roughly based on superior academic scholarship, leadership potential, US-UK ambassadorial potential, and personal drive. This highly competitive fellowship only selects ~40 students each year (exclusively from the US) Intent to apply: Aug. 1 Endorsement application: Aug. 13 *The Mitchell Fellowship:* Supports 1 year of study at an Irish university. Selection is based on exemplary scholarship, leadership and sustained commitment to community and public service. This competitive fellowship is also exclusive to US citizens Intent to apply: Aug. 1 Endorsement application: Aug. 13 *The Fulbright Fellowship*: A broad program that supports international graduate study, research, and teaching at almost all levels. The selection criteria are equally broad but cover the quality and feasibility of proposed project, academic record, potential impact of the project, and personal and country specific qualifications. This fellowship funds around 1900 students each year (exclusively from the US) Statement of purpose: Aug. 13 _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Fwd: The PFellowship's Torch Passes

by Erik Sand

Hey PfoHo, I hope you all making the best you can of this summer. Below is the last URAF summer pfellowship that I will be passing to you. Makinde will be taking over leading the Pfellowship’s team as I move on this year. You are in great hands, and I’ll miss helping find you ways to get free money to go do great things. You’ll receive more information about the house Rhodes/Marshall process from him soon. Fortune Favors the Brave. Sincerely, Erik Sand > Begin forwarded message: > > From: URAF Fellowships <fellowships(a)fas.harvard.edu <mailto:fellowships@fas.harvard.edu>> > Subject: URAF Fellowships Summer Update #3 > Date: June 17, 2020 at 3:08:27 PM EDT > > > > > FELLOWSHIPS SUMMER UPDATE #3: > CHOOSING AN ACADEMIC PROGRAM > > For the Rhodes, Marshall, and Mitchell Scholarships, your choice of academic program is a crucial element of your application. The committee will be looking to see that you have researched all the potential avenues for study in your field, and selected one that is a good fit for you at this stage of your life. Particularly for the Marshall and Mitchell Scholarships, you should have knowledge of all the best programs in the UK/Ireland, and be able to make a case for your top choice that relies on more than the university’s name cache. > > Here are a few things to keep in mind when selecting the right program for you: > > 1. Concerning the Rhodes Scholarships, you may propose to do either a one-year or two-year program at Oxford, although there is a strong preference for two-year proposals (the MBA and the Master in Financial Economics may only be applied for in a Scholar’s second year.) From the Rhodes FAQs <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__harvard.us8.list-2Dman…>: > Q. I want to do a one-year master’s degree, and am not interested in any other degrees. Is it okay to apply with just that in mind? > > A. Yes. But we will strongly encourage you if you win to consider either a two-year degree or doing a second one-year degree after the one you are contemplating. The experience one gains from Oxford is, in our accumulated experience, exponentially greater for those who are there for two (or more) years. > > Q. What degrees are most popular for U.S. Rhodes Scholars? > > A. In recent years, the various master’s degrees have become the most popular for American college graduates at Oxford, although doctorates are now pursued by almost one-half of a typical American Rhodes class. This is a significant change from the experience in all decades through the 80s, when most Americans pursued second B.A. degrees at Oxford. There are several reasons for these shifts. Among the community of current Rhodes Scholars, it is now as common to take two one-year M.Sc. courses as it is to take the M.Phil., especially as there are many more one-year M.Scs. being introduced than M.Phils. each year. Moreover, these “taught master’s degree” options are designed at least in part with the interests of overseas graduates in mind, with a combination of tutorial-like instruction, small classes, lectures and opportunities for some research and writing. At the same time, many of the undergraduate degrees now assume greater preparation than in previous years, made possible by the higher degree of academic specialization in British secondary schools than in the U.S. Finally, graduate education in general—including at the doctorate level—has received steadily greater support and emphasis at Oxford. Nonetheless, various B.A. degrees continue to be the right choice for a few Americans, and Oxford continues to be renowned for the quality of its undergraduate teaching. > > > 2. Similar to the Rhodes, with the Marshall Scholarships, you may propose to do aone-year program <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__harvard.us8.list-2Dman…> or a two-year program <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__harvard.us8.list-2Dman…>. However, the majority of awards will be given to two-year candidates (up to 8 of the 40 total awards may be given to one-year candidates.) Candidates who wish to apply for the one-year Marshall must have a clear post-Scholarship plan which justifies doing just one year of study under the Marshall Scholarship. As above, these committees have an aversion to what is known as “academic tourism” and prefer to fund candidates who have a genuine interest in having a substantive experience both in the UK and in their particular field of interest (for example, one-year candidates MUST choose a 12-month program of study. Programs 10 months long or less will not be funded). However, this should not dissuade you from proposing just a one year program if you feel strongly that it is what best fits into your long-term plans. > > > There are many program options when undertaking a Marshall Scholarship. > See the Marshall website <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__harvard.us8.list-2Dman…> for more details. > > As with the Rhodes, you may propose to do two one-year degrees, back-to-back, together making for a two-year program. For the Marshall, these two degrees may be at the same or different institutions. If you choose to propose two one-year programs, you should be careful to express how each is a good fit for your interests as well as how the programs complement each other. > > In your application for the Marshall Scholarship, candidates will be asked to identify their top two plans of study. The Marshall foundation will attempt to arrange for your placement int your first choice program(s), although occasionally a scholar is placed in their second-choice program(s). If your first choice plan includes study at Cambridge, Imperial College London, King’s College London, London School of Economics, Oxford, or University College London then none of these universities may be included in your second choice plan. Interest in schools other than Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, ICL, UCL, or KCL is particularly welcomed. Seriously, please do not assume that Oxford, Cambridge or one of the London schools is your best option based on their name recognition alone. You should equally consider all the possible options before settling on a first and second choice. (One helpful tool in identifying schools to explore is the REF Score <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__harvard.us8.list-2Dman…>, which ranks all UK institutions by the quality of their research output, by topic.) > > Please also keep in mind that the Marshall Scholarship does NOT fund any of the following programs (this is different from the Rhodes policy): > Second BA/BSc (undergraduate) Degrees > MBA > MPhil Development Studies (University of Oxford) > MSc/MFE Financial Economics > MSc Global Health Science (University of Oxford) > MPP (Public Policy) (University of Oxford) > PG Diplomas/Certificates in any subject. > Degrees leading to professional qualifications in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science and law (these degrees typically take 5 years to complete) > Degrees that require extended periods away from the University or the UK, including joint degrees with Universities not in the UK > Supervised research not leading to a degree qualification > > > 3. Mitchell Scholarships are for one year only, and scholars usually pursue a one-year Master’s degree. Candidates should list at least 3 program choices located in Ireland or Northern Ireland, and may list up to 5. As with the Marshall, an applicant’s top choice program is not guaranteed. Candidates for the Mitchell Scholarship should be enthusiastic about each of their choices, and prepared to study in whichever program the Mitchell makes the placement. From the Mitchell FAQs <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__harvard.us8.list-2Dman…>: > > "Institutional balance is a factor in the placement of Scholars at universities in Ireland and Northern Ireland, so an applicant's prospects are enhanced by indicating multiple university preferences. An applicant who lists just one or two institutional preferences, seriously weakens his or her chances of selection as a Mitchell Scholar." > > Candidates for the Mitchell Scholarship do not need to be studying Irish Studies or an Irish-specific topic. > > > If you have questions about your specific course of study, be sure to get in touch with us or with your House Fellowships Tutor(s). > > > Sincerrely, > > The Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships > Harvard College > 77 Dunster St. > Cambridge MA 02138 > p. (617) 495-5095 > e. fellowships(a)fas.harvard.edu <mailto:opnfellowships@fas.harvard.edu> > > > _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Celebrating Juneteenth, educating ourselves

by Harrington, Anne

Dear all, For the first time since I have been on the faculty at Harvard, the University is formally recognizing Juneteenth, the day in which slaves in Texas learned slavery had ended -- two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. It is sobering that it has taken Harvard so long to acknowledge this day, but, as the saying goes, it is never too late to do the right thing. Today is therefore a time in our community for celebration, a time for commemoration, but it is also – especially for white Americans, and especially in this painful moment in our country’s history – a time for education, reflection and renewed commitment to causes of equity, inclusion and racial justice. Both in Pfoho and more broadly in the College, Faculty Deans, tutors and staff are involved in multiple discussions about a range of ways that we can all walk the talk, live up to our highest values, and make a difference. In the late summer, when we are all back together again (whether on campus, remotely, or some combination), we will share our ideas and thoughts. But we welcome – no, we need -- your own ideas and thoughts too. We can’t do this on our own. There will be many more conversations and opportunities to engage. For now, though, I simply attach a link to a wonderful short article by Harvard Professor Henry Gates, Jr., on the history behind Juneteenth: https://www.pbs.org/wnet/african-americans-many-rivers-to-cross/history/wha… Stay safe and well. We miss you all very much! Anne (John and Monique) _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Seeking Feedback on Remote Teaching and Learning

by Pforzheimer House Dean

Hello Pfoho students, tutors, community, I am writing to pass along a message from the Office of Undergraduate Education. Please see below. -Monique ------------ Dear Pfoho residents, We hope you are staying safe and healthy. We here in the Office of Undergraduate Education are at work on making sure the fall semester is everything it can be. As you know from messages from Dean Khurana and others, we are planning for every scenario, including that remote learning may continue, in some form, in the fall. I’m writing to get your feedback and suggestions in two areas: remote learning and remote teaching. >From what we saw this spring, we know that there are areas of remote learning that we can improve. In particular, we are aware that some students faced challenges getting stable and consistent internet access, having access to physical materials (like books or course supplies), engaging with their courses in real time across time zones, or having a suitable environment in which to learn. We are doing everything we can to make remote learning accessible and engaging, and we want to hear your ideas and suggestions about what went well and what could be better. We have also heard some truly amazing stories about faculty and teaching fellows who made remote learning exciting and engaging. We are working with faculty and TFs over the summer. What would you like them to know? What tips and suggestions do you have for them? Please send your thoughts to me at ouefeedback(a)fas.harvard.edu or to your Resident Dean. Thank you for taking the time to share. Best wishes for your health and safety, Sindhumathi Revuluri Associate Dean of Academic Engagement *** Sindhumathi Revuluri, PhD Associate Dean of Academic Engagement University Hall, 1 North phone: 617-495-3353 email: revuluri(a)fas.harvard.edu _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Update on Black Lives Matter fundraiser

by Pforzheimer House Committee

Dear Pfoho, On June 5, Pfoho HoCo announced that we would match donations up to $6000 towards three black-advocacy programs: the Bail Project, the Okra Project, and Movement for Black Lives. Within only a few hours, with donations from students, alumni, tutors, and House leadership, we surpassed our match goal. Today, we are proud to announce that with your help, the Pfoho Community has raised a total of* $14,980!* Thank you to everyone who contributed. As always, please reach out with any questions or comments. -Your Pfoho HoCo -- Pforzheimer House Committee Suggestion Box <https://forms.gle/oRjDsy7VvVSAJ6Tq7> Website <https://sites.google.com/view/pfoho-hoco/home> <https://forms.gle/oRjDsy7VvVSAJ6Tq7> _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] CAMHS Virtual Support Groups

by Pforzheimer House Dean

Hello Pfoho, Please see below and attached flyer for info about 2 CAMHS-sponsored virtual support groups - happening tomorrow (Monday the 15th) and Tuesday the 16th. All my best, -Monique Let’s Talk About It: Race, Current Events, and Mental Health The recent events and deaths of members of the black community, our community, has further ignited the mission of CAMHS and the Crimson Mind and Body Program to continue to support our community and continue to break the stigmas and present barriers. Let’s talk about It… Race, Current Events, and Mental Health are virtual forums for students to share their experiences (i.e. challenges, uncertainties), the impact it has had on their mental health, etc…), share what has helped (skills or supports), and what they are taking away from these experiences. Virtual Support Group #3 (Open to All Harvard Students of Color) Date: Monday June 15th, 2020 Time: 3:00PM -4:00PM EST Register by emailing: dlemus(a)huhs.harvard.edu Provide Student ID (Information is kept confidential) Virtual Support Group #4 (Open to all Harvard Students) Date: Tuesday June 16th, 2020 Time: 4:00PM-5:00PM EST Register by emailing: dlemus(a)huhs.harvard.edu Provide Student ID (Information is kept confidential) Facilitated By: Darryl Lemus, LMHC Hosted by CAMHS CAMHS and CMABP Mental Health Clinician Carmen Cruz, LICSW CAMHS Social Worker _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Pfoho Quarantine Cookoff!! Week 5 results + NEW CHALLENGE

by Leach, Katherine

Hi all!! After DAYS of debate, the judges have determined a winner of the Week Five Quarantine Cooking Challenge (a spice challenge!)... In *pfirst place* we have Christi Lee with her spicy Thai Curry Bistro Bowl, inspired by a HUDS dish! Another tie for *second* this week, between two pfohomies: Akshaya Annapragada for her spicy peanut chutney and Alisha Ukani for her delicious masala chai recipe! In *third *place we have Aline Damas and her Sweet n Spicy graduation BBQ ribs, which looked absolutely amazing!! _______________________________________________________ And now.... with only *TWO CHALLENGES REMAINING IN THE COMPETITION....*. we present you with *CHALLENGE SIX: GET SAUCY! * In this challenge you will* create a homemade sauce* (can be sweet or savory) to *incorporate into a dish of your choice!* Examples include a delicious gravy for your homemade biscuits and gravy, or put your own spin on a rich, Felipe's-inspired chocolate sauce or dulce de leche sauce for your homemade churros! Anything goes as long as there is a homemade sauce in or on it!! Pfeel pfree to collaborate with your pfamily and pfriends! :D *How to enter:* 1. Create your recipe 2. Respond to this email with a photo and recipe by *Sunday June 21st, 9pm Boston time* 3. Enjoy your creation Happy cooking, pfriends!! And remember, anyone who enters will get a free Pfoho Quarantine Cookbook! If you're a senior, don't worry, I will find a way to get one to you once we have them made. *SHOUTOUT TO CALVIN STEWART who created some amazing cover art!* -Kate and your week six judges! _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Enter by tonight! Pfoho Quarantine Cook-off Week 5 challenge! Spice things up!

by Leach, Katherine

****WEEK FIVE QUARANTINE COOK-OFF CHALLENGE: SPICE UP YOUR LIFE! **** This week's challenge requires only one thing: spice! Bring the heat with some chili or hot peppers, or spice things up with cinnamon or ginger! Anything goes, as long as it's 'spicy' in some way! *How to enter:* 1. Create anything (can be food or drink!) that has some spice to it 2. Take a photo of your creation 3. Respond to this email with the photo and recipe by 9pm Boston time on Sunday, June 7 3. Enjoy your creation! Happy cooking/baking! And remember, everyone who submits a recipe will receive a free, printed edition of our Pfoho Quarantine Cookbook! If you just graduated, no worries, I'll find a way to get one to you when we have them made! -Kate and your week five judges! _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Black Lives Matter - $6000 Reached!

by Pforzheimer House Committee

Dear Pfoho, After announcing our fundraiser for Black advocacy organizations this morning, we have already reached our goal of $6,000 in donations. With HoCo’s match dollars, plus contributions from our House leadership, we have raised over $12,300 today for the Bail Project, the Okra Project, and Movement for Black Lives. We are deeply moved by the outpouring of support from current and former Pfohomies, and it makes us proud to serve you. While there remains much work to be done to achieve racial justice, and we continue to struggle with issues of inequality and anti-black violence, thank you for taking action today. Although all of our match dollars have been spent, we are still collecting donations, so please keep them coming! Venmo @PfohoHoco or attach a receipt of your direct donation to this Google Form <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelXVCovmefeCFnbdYnKKujSjCO8Eh8O2s…>. Alternatively, if you would like to donate to a match program, the UC has compiled a spreadsheet <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-AinkAduLOWT4fLdEvzBs4CIYvlUOvQUhlw…> of all matching fundraisers at Harvard and how to donate. As always, please reach out with any questions or comments. Stay strong, Your Pfoho HoCo -- Pforzheimer House Committee Suggestion Box <https://forms.gle/oRjDsy7VvVSAJ6Tq7> Website <https://sites.google.com/view/pfoho-hoco/home> <https://forms.gle/oRjDsy7VvVSAJ6Tq7> _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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[PFOHO] Black Lives Matter - Pfoho Matching Fundraiser

by Pforzheimer House Committee

Dear Pfoho, The past several days have been filled with anger, pain, and sadness. These issues affect many current and former Pfoho students deeply and personally, but they should be outraging to us all. In memory of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and many more, Pfoho HoCo is proud to announce that we will match all donations up to $6,000 from our community - including students, house staff, and alumni - with the first $1000 coming from Anne, John, Monique, and Julia. Donations will be split between The Bail Project <https://bailproject.org/>, The Okra Project <https://www.theokraproject.com/>, and the Movement for Black Lives <https://m4bl.org/> and we will collect donations until Sunday, June 14. To donate, Venmo @Pfohohoco your desired donation amount. If you do not have Venmo, or would like to selectively donate, you can donate directly to one or more of the organizations above and complete this Google Form <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelXVCovmefeCFnbdYnKKujSjCO8Eh8O2s…> with proof of payment (screenshots or receipts) to have your donation matched by HoCo. Below is more information about each organization, with direct links to donate. Please let us know if you have any questions. The Okra Project <https://www.paypal.me/btsf> The Okra Project is an organization that serves the Black Trans community, one of the most marginalized groups in the country. The Okra Project pays Black Trans chefs to go into the homes of Black Trans people to cook them a healthy meal at no cost to them. The Bail Project <https://secure.givelively.org/donate/the-bail-project> The Bail Project National Revolving Bail Fund provides free bail assistance to low-income individuals who are legally presumed innocent. The Bail Project enables their clients to return home to their families and communities while awaiting court dates, which can take months or years. Since bails are repaid after appearance in court, your donation can be recycled and reused to pay bail two to three times per year, maximizing the impact of every dollar. Movement for Black Lives <https://secure.actblue.com/donate/movement-4-black-lives-1> The Movement for Black Lives (M4BL), formed in December of 2014, was created as a space for Black organizations across the country to debate and discuss the current political conditions, develop shared assessments of what political interventions were necessary in order to achieve key policy, cultural and political wins, convene organizational leadership in order to debate and co-create a shared movement wide strategy. Under the fundamental idea that we can achieve more together than we can separately. Additionally, here are some more resources on ways to help out and stay informed, compiled by Pfoho’s race relations tutors, who are also cc’ed: Resources compiled by Black lives Matter <https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/> A list of causes to support, reading lists, petitions, etc. curated by the BLM movement itself. 26 Ways to be in the Struggle Beyond the Streets <https://issuu.com/nlc.sf.2014/docs/beyondthestreets_final> A concise list of 26 actions that can be taken to contribute to black liberation along with reading lists and additional resources. Black Lives Matter, today and every day. -Your Pfoho House Committee -- Pforzheimer House Committee Suggestion Box <https://forms.gle/oRjDsy7VvVSAJ6Tq7> Website <https://sites.google.com/view/pfoho-hoco/home> <https://forms.gle/oRjDsy7VvVSAJ6Tq7> _______________________________________________ Pfoho-announce mailing list Pfoho-announce(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu To unsubscribe from this list or get other information: https://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/pfoho-announce

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