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OurReach Group Proposal

Jarod Wunneburger
Jarod Wunneburger

OutReach is a new student organization at USC dedicated to recruiting and mentoring LGBT and allied high school students. It will work with USC's LGBT Resource Center, GLBTA, and Rainbow Floor to provide support to high school GSAs and recruit students to USC. OutReach will develop a college recruitment guide for LGBT students and offer mentorship, leadership development, and programming assistance to high school students. Its goal is to build meaningful relationships with GSAs and help potential students apply to USC.

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OutReach: A New Beginning T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Who we are 2 How we will work 4 Where we need to go 6 First meeting 7 Beyond USC 8 OutReach is coming out Its an exciting new year and I am pleased to announce the launch of a new USC student organization called OutReach. It is USCs only student organization dedicated to reach out to and recruit LGBT and Ally high school students. In collaboration with USCs LGBT Resource Center, the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgender Assembly (GLBTA), and the Rainbow Floor, OutReach will mentor high school students in Gay/Straight Alliances (GSAs) and recruit future students for USC. OutReach will also present one of the only college recruitment guides in the nation for LGBT high school students. OutReach is groundbreaking in its approach, and I am excited to get this year underway. Sincerely, Jarod Wunneburger OutReach Coordinator New Year. New OutReach! 1
Its an exciting new year and I am pleased to announce the launch of a new USC student organization called OutReach. It is USCs only student organization dedicated to reach out to and recruit LGBT and Ally high school students. In collaboration with USCs LGBT Resource Center, the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgender Assembly (GLBTA), and the Rainbow Floor, OutReach will mentor high school students in Gay/Straight Alliances (GSAs) and recruit future students for USC. OutReach will also present one of the only college recruitment guides in the nation for LGBT high school students. OutReach is groundbreaking in "Greatness is not in where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it - but sail we must and not drift, nor lie at anchor." - Oliver Wendell Holmes utReach is coming out and ready to serve. Formally known as OutREACH, the organization concentrated on a wide range of topics under the slogan Out for Rights, Education, Action, Community, and Health. This year our mission is to educate and to recruit high school LGBT and Ally students. OutReach will focus on GSAs within high schools to provide support to LGBT and Ally high school students. OutReach will be a heart centered organization, that will serve LGBT youth and show them LGBT life at USC as well as become a part of their support network to strengthen their GSA program. What We Believe 2 Who We Are At the end of the 2006/2007 school year 3,577 GSAs were registered with the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN), with GSAs in every state, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.This represents 13% of all high schools in the United States.
OutReach strives to offer support and resources for high school LGBT and Ally students. We will focus on college advancement and consultation on organization, programming, and leadership development. Our goal is to foster meaningful alliances with GSA students and recruit potential student applicants for USC. Our Goal Our Philosophy What We Value We are a heart centered organization designed to bene鍖t to the most number of people that we possibly can. We will be grounded with our values and ideals and work and with the theory that if we affect one individual or GSA we can affect the larger community as well. Everyone Has potential We strongly believe that every student can succeed given the right support. Heart Centered Every decision will be made with one thought: Whos needs are we serving? Support For the students, their GSA, ourselves, and each other. Education Education is the key to every students future. Empowerment Given these students the tools to succeed long after they have left our program and their high schools. Recruitment Every student should have a good education, and USC can provide that education, especially to LGBT & Ally students Who We Are The State of California has over 500 GSAs, representing more than 1/3 of all the states high schools -GSA Network 3 OutReach strives to offer support and resources for high school LGBT and Ally students. We will focus on college advancement and consultation on organization, programming, and leadership development. Our goal is to foster meaningful alliances with GSA students and recruit potential student applicants for USC. We are a heart centered organization designed to bene鍖t to the most number of people that we possibly can. We will be grounded with our values and ideals and work and with the theory that if we affect one individual or GSA we can affect the larger community as well. Everyone Has potential We strongly believe that every student the right support. The State of California has over 500 GSAs, representing more than 1/3 of all the states high schools -GSA Network
USCs LGBT Resource Center The purpose of the GLBTA is to provide fun and effective LGBT related programming for the USC community. The GLBTA promotes involvement, provides support, and serves as a resource not only to LGBT and allied students, faculty, and staff but also the larger USC community. The organization sponsors large scale events like National Coming Out Week and Pridefest as well as smaller programs like U-Rap and monthly 鍖lm soirees. The LGBT Resource Center works in collaboration with campus of鍖ces, organization and community networks to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all students, faculty and staff. Services include: LGBT related information, referrals, and con鍖dential crisis intervention Networking with neighboring LGBT-friendly resources Student programming opportunities and leadership development Lavender Commencement Celebration Spring Leadership Retreat: Generation Queer In 2006 the Advocate College Guide gave USC a perfect Gay Point Average, the only school on the west coast and one of only two in the nation to receive such an honor. The University of Southern California ranks among LGBT-Friendly Colleges and Universities. The Advocate College Guide for LGBT Students lists USC among the top 20 LGBT-Friendly Colleges & Universities that create a positive environment for LGBT students. USCs recognition as one of the best of the best is a great honor for our campus, said Michael L. Jackson, Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs. It is a tribute to the innovate work of the LGBT Resource Center and the commitment of the university to create as positive an environment as possible for all students. USCs LGBT Resource Center The Advocate College Guide & USC The purpose of the GLBTA is to provide fun and effective LGBT related programming for the USC community. The GLBTA promotes involvement, provides support, and serves as a resource not only to LGBT and allied students, faculty, and staff but also the larger USC community. The organization sponsors large scale events like National Coming Out Week and Pridefest as well as smaller programs like U-Rap and monthly 鍖lm soirees. Who We Are 4 GLBTA The LGBT Resource Center works in collaboration with campus of鍖ces, organization and community networks to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all students, faculty and staff. Services include: LGBT related information, referrals, and con鍖dential crisis intervention Networking with neighboring LGBT-friendly resources Student programming opportunities and leadership development Lavender Commencement Celebration Spring Leadership Retreat: Generation Queer
What We Have To Offer OutReachs program will be multifaceted to provide a complete mentoring experience for the GSAs. Our program includes: LGBT College Life @ USC With our recruitment guide developed by the LGBT Resource Center we will offer students a sneak peek into college life at USC and the steps it takes to get to USC. College Admissions Everyone in OutReach is currently in college, so we all have knowledge about what it takes to get in! While college admissions isnt our main focus, we are available for questions. Leadership Development A core component of our program is training students to become better leaders and more informed citizens on LGBT issues. GSA Programming Assistance & Support Between OutReach and the other LGBT organizations at USC we have a wide range of programming experience and will be available to assist GSAs in building their own programs. OutReach will work directly with the USC GLBTA and the LGBT Resource Center to acquire resources to reach out to high school GSAs. Initial contact will be by phone to discover which high schools have a functioning GSA. We will mail the GSA a packet with OutReach information, the LGBT Resource Centers information, USCs LGBT recruitment guide, and more! A USC student panel will present at GSA meetings. The recruitment guide will be a large part of that presentation as well as other OutReach services OutReach will also facilitate leadership trainings and will answer any questions about organizing or applying to college. We will also encourage students to apply to USC and visit during the Rainbow Floors Overnight Experience. How We Will Work What We Have To Offer Don't live down to expectations. Go out there and do something remarkable. - Wendy Wasserstein OutReachs program will be multifaceted to provide a complete mentoring experience for the GSAs. Our program includes: LGBT College Life @ USC With our recruitment guide developed by the LGBT Resource Center we will offer students a sneak peek into college life at USC and the steps it takes to get to USC. College Admissions Everyone in OutReach is currently in college, so we all have knowledge about what it takes to get in! While college admissions isnt our main focus, we are available for questions. Leadership Development A core component of our program is training students to become better leaders and more informed citizens on LGBT issues. GSA Programming Assistance & Support Between OutReach and the other LGBT organizations at USC we have a wide range of programming experience and will be available to assist GSAs in building their own programs. 5
Branding & Identity How We Will Work OutReachs long-term success is contingent on having a clearly recognizable identity and program, one that is familiar to GSAs everywhere. To assist in this effort, these four logo variations have been designed to clearly distinguish OutReach. When consistently applied on our materials, the brand conveys the unique qualities of OutReach and create a coherent OutReach image. 6 Branding & Identity Branding & Identity Brandi ng & Identit y Brandi ng & Identit y Branding & Identity Branding & Identity Branding & Identity
OutReach will launch in Spring 2008. When we do, OutReach will essentially be coming out. Well be telling anyone who will listen about the amazing opportunities to work with high school students. Our coming out process will include advertising to the general student body, informing various persons and organizations on campus, and utilizing the resources of the USC LGBT student population to 鍖nd the best people for the job. Advertising Strategy OutReach will begin recruiting members through the strategies on the right. With our logo completed we will be able to quickly and easily create great ads to attract students? Who are we telling about OutReach? USC Volunteer Center Asian Paci鍖c American Student Services El Centro Chicano Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs GSA Network Local GSAs USC Students Where We Need To Go OutReach will launch in Spring 2008. When we do, OutReach will essentially be coming out. Well be telling anyone who will listen about the amazing opportunities to work with high school students. Our coming out process will include advertising to the general student body, informing various persons and organizations on campus, and utilizing the resources of the USC LGBT student population to 鍖nd the best people for the job. Present at GLBTA meeting Present at U-Rap Present at Rainbow Floor Meeting Put reminders on Rainbow Floor Doors GLBTA Listserve Personal Networking Facebook Flyers in Community Service Center, CBCSA, El Centro, APASS Advertising Strategy If we did all the things we were capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves. - Thomas Edison OutReach will begin recruiting members through the strategies on the right. With our logo completed we will be able to quickly and easily create great ads to attract students? 7
The 鍖rst meeting of OutReach will be on Wednesday, September 17th at 7:30 in the LGBT Resource Center (STU 202B). The location will be announced on the GLBTA listerv. At this 鍖rst meeting we will focus on: Rewriting and ratifying goals, philosophy, and values Collecting contact information on all potential members Assign jobs for members Get to know the OutReach team The First Meeting Where We Need To Go It is at this 鍖rst meeting that we will begin moving forward with OutReach. Our 鍖rst major event will be at the Models of Pride Conference at Occidental College on October 6th where we will be tabling alongside the LGBT Resource Center. After launching we will have weekly meetings to update the team and assign high schools visits. More information on OutReach will be available on the GLBTA website (www.glbta.org) and on the weekly GLBTA listerv. A Facebook group will also be created. 8 It is at this 鍖rst meeting that we will begin moving forward with OutReach. Our 鍖rst major event will be at the Models of Pride Conference at Occidental College on October 6th where we will be tabling alongside the LGBT Resource Center. After launching we will have weekly meetings to update the team and assign high schools visits. The 鍖rst meeting of OutReach shall be: Wednesday, September 19th, 2007 7:30 LGBT Resource Center (STU 202B)
ation and program that will endure for years to come. eachs ultimate goal is to be known beyond the USC community among s, outside LGBT Organizations, and other universities. Our program is ned to reach out to the highest number of LGBT high school students and s that we can handle. This means that as we grow we will be able to ort more programming for more schools. e reach beyond USC we will be conscientious of the image we are ing for ourselves, the LGBT Resource Center, GLBTA, and USC. Our e is important to maintain so that we will become a familiar program GSAs in the area. efforts to go beyond USC will start with our mailings that will begin once GBT Resource Centers recruitment guides are completed. Within the next 3 years OutReach, along with the Rainbow Floors Overnight Experience, will be instantly recognizable and familiar to GSAs across California and to GSAs around the country. OutReachs ultimate goal is to be known beyond the USC community among GSAs, outside LGBT Organizations, and other universities. Our program is designed to reach out to the highest number of LGBT high school students and GSAs that we can handle. This means that as we grow we will be able to support more programming for more schools. As we reach beyond USC we will be conscientious of the image we are creating for ourselves, the LGBT Resource Center, GLBTA, and USC. Our image is important to maintain so that we will become a familiar program with GSAs in the area. Our efforts to go beyond USC will start with our mailings that will begin once the LGBT Resource Centers recruitment guides are completed. Going Beyond USC Where We Need To Go We want to create an organization and program that will endure for years to come. 9

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  • 1. OutReach: A New Beginning T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Who we are 2 How we will work 4 Where we need to go 6 First meeting 7 Beyond USC 8 OutReach is coming out Its an exciting new year and I am pleased to announce the launch of a new USC student organization called OutReach. It is USCs only student organization dedicated to reach out to and recruit LGBT and Ally high school students. In collaboration with USCs LGBT Resource Center, the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgender Assembly (GLBTA), and the Rainbow Floor, OutReach will mentor high school students in Gay/Straight Alliances (GSAs) and recruit future students for USC. OutReach will also present one of the only college recruitment guides in the nation for LGBT high school students. OutReach is groundbreaking in its approach, and I am excited to get this year underway. Sincerely, Jarod Wunneburger OutReach Coordinator New Year. New OutReach! 1
  • 2. Its an exciting new year and I am pleased to announce the launch of a new USC student organization called OutReach. It is USCs only student organization dedicated to reach out to and recruit LGBT and Ally high school students. In collaboration with USCs LGBT Resource Center, the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgender Assembly (GLBTA), and the Rainbow Floor, OutReach will mentor high school students in Gay/Straight Alliances (GSAs) and recruit future students for USC. OutReach will also present one of the only college recruitment guides in the nation for LGBT high school students. OutReach is groundbreaking in "Greatness is not in where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it - but sail we must and not drift, nor lie at anchor." - Oliver Wendell Holmes utReach is coming out and ready to serve. Formally known as OutREACH, the organization concentrated on a wide range of topics under the slogan Out for Rights, Education, Action, Community, and Health. This year our mission is to educate and to recruit high school LGBT and Ally students. OutReach will focus on GSAs within high schools to provide support to LGBT and Ally high school students. OutReach will be a heart centered organization, that will serve LGBT youth and show them LGBT life at USC as well as become a part of their support network to strengthen their GSA program. What We Believe 2 Who We Are At the end of the 2006/2007 school year 3,577 GSAs were registered with the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN), with GSAs in every state, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.This represents 13% of all high schools in the United States.
  • 3. OutReach strives to offer support and resources for high school LGBT and Ally students. We will focus on college advancement and consultation on organization, programming, and leadership development. Our goal is to foster meaningful alliances with GSA students and recruit potential student applicants for USC. Our Goal Our Philosophy What We Value We are a heart centered organization designed to bene鍖t to the most number of people that we possibly can. We will be grounded with our values and ideals and work and with the theory that if we affect one individual or GSA we can affect the larger community as well. Everyone Has potential We strongly believe that every student can succeed given the right support. Heart Centered Every decision will be made with one thought: Whos needs are we serving? Support For the students, their GSA, ourselves, and each other. Education Education is the key to every students future. Empowerment Given these students the tools to succeed long after they have left our program and their high schools. Recruitment Every student should have a good education, and USC can provide that education, especially to LGBT & Ally students Who We Are The State of California has over 500 GSAs, representing more than 1/3 of all the states high schools -GSA Network 3 OutReach strives to offer support and resources for high school LGBT and Ally students. We will focus on college advancement and consultation on organization, programming, and leadership development. Our goal is to foster meaningful alliances with GSA students and recruit potential student applicants for USC. We are a heart centered organization designed to bene鍖t to the most number of people that we possibly can. We will be grounded with our values and ideals and work and with the theory that if we affect one individual or GSA we can affect the larger community as well. Everyone Has potential We strongly believe that every student the right support. The State of California has over 500 GSAs, representing more than 1/3 of all the states high schools -GSA Network
  • 4. USCs LGBT Resource Center The purpose of the GLBTA is to provide fun and effective LGBT related programming for the USC community. The GLBTA promotes involvement, provides support, and serves as a resource not only to LGBT and allied students, faculty, and staff but also the larger USC community. The organization sponsors large scale events like National Coming Out Week and Pridefest as well as smaller programs like U-Rap and monthly 鍖lm soirees. The LGBT Resource Center works in collaboration with campus of鍖ces, organization and community networks to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all students, faculty and staff. Services include: LGBT related information, referrals, and con鍖dential crisis intervention Networking with neighboring LGBT-friendly resources Student programming opportunities and leadership development Lavender Commencement Celebration Spring Leadership Retreat: Generation Queer In 2006 the Advocate College Guide gave USC a perfect Gay Point Average, the only school on the west coast and one of only two in the nation to receive such an honor. The University of Southern California ranks among LGBT-Friendly Colleges and Universities. The Advocate College Guide for LGBT Students lists USC among the top 20 LGBT-Friendly Colleges & Universities that create a positive environment for LGBT students. USCs recognition as one of the best of the best is a great honor for our campus, said Michael L. Jackson, Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs. It is a tribute to the innovate work of the LGBT Resource Center and the commitment of the university to create as positive an environment as possible for all students. USCs LGBT Resource Center The Advocate College Guide & USC The purpose of the GLBTA is to provide fun and effective LGBT related programming for the USC community. The GLBTA promotes involvement, provides support, and serves as a resource not only to LGBT and allied students, faculty, and staff but also the larger USC community. The organization sponsors large scale events like National Coming Out Week and Pridefest as well as smaller programs like U-Rap and monthly 鍖lm soirees. Who We Are 4 GLBTA The LGBT Resource Center works in collaboration with campus of鍖ces, organization and community networks to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all students, faculty and staff. Services include: LGBT related information, referrals, and con鍖dential crisis intervention Networking with neighboring LGBT-friendly resources Student programming opportunities and leadership development Lavender Commencement Celebration Spring Leadership Retreat: Generation Queer
  • 5. What We Have To Offer OutReachs program will be multifaceted to provide a complete mentoring experience for the GSAs. Our program includes: LGBT College Life @ USC With our recruitment guide developed by the LGBT Resource Center we will offer students a sneak peek into college life at USC and the steps it takes to get to USC. College Admissions Everyone in OutReach is currently in college, so we all have knowledge about what it takes to get in! While college admissions isnt our main focus, we are available for questions. Leadership Development A core component of our program is training students to become better leaders and more informed citizens on LGBT issues. GSA Programming Assistance & Support Between OutReach and the other LGBT organizations at USC we have a wide range of programming experience and will be available to assist GSAs in building their own programs. OutReach will work directly with the USC GLBTA and the LGBT Resource Center to acquire resources to reach out to high school GSAs. Initial contact will be by phone to discover which high schools have a functioning GSA. We will mail the GSA a packet with OutReach information, the LGBT Resource Centers information, USCs LGBT recruitment guide, and more! A USC student panel will present at GSA meetings. The recruitment guide will be a large part of that presentation as well as other OutReach services OutReach will also facilitate leadership trainings and will answer any questions about organizing or applying to college. We will also encourage students to apply to USC and visit during the Rainbow Floors Overnight Experience. How We Will Work What We Have To Offer Don't live down to expectations. Go out there and do something remarkable. - Wendy Wasserstein OutReachs program will be multifaceted to provide a complete mentoring experience for the GSAs. Our program includes: LGBT College Life @ USC With our recruitment guide developed by the LGBT Resource Center we will offer students a sneak peek into college life at USC and the steps it takes to get to USC. College Admissions Everyone in OutReach is currently in college, so we all have knowledge about what it takes to get in! While college admissions isnt our main focus, we are available for questions. Leadership Development A core component of our program is training students to become better leaders and more informed citizens on LGBT issues. GSA Programming Assistance & Support Between OutReach and the other LGBT organizations at USC we have a wide range of programming experience and will be available to assist GSAs in building their own programs. 5
  • 6. Branding & Identity How We Will Work OutReachs long-term success is contingent on having a clearly recognizable identity and program, one that is familiar to GSAs everywhere. To assist in this effort, these four logo variations have been designed to clearly distinguish OutReach. When consistently applied on our materials, the brand conveys the unique qualities of OutReach and create a coherent OutReach image. 6 Branding & Identity Branding & Identity Brandi ng & Identit y Brandi ng & Identit y Branding & Identity Branding & Identity Branding & Identity
  • 7. OutReach will launch in Spring 2008. When we do, OutReach will essentially be coming out. Well be telling anyone who will listen about the amazing opportunities to work with high school students. Our coming out process will include advertising to the general student body, informing various persons and organizations on campus, and utilizing the resources of the USC LGBT student population to 鍖nd the best people for the job. Advertising Strategy OutReach will begin recruiting members through the strategies on the right. With our logo completed we will be able to quickly and easily create great ads to attract students? Who are we telling about OutReach? USC Volunteer Center Asian Paci鍖c American Student Services El Centro Chicano Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs GSA Network Local GSAs USC Students Where We Need To Go OutReach will launch in Spring 2008. When we do, OutReach will essentially be coming out. Well be telling anyone who will listen about the amazing opportunities to work with high school students. Our coming out process will include advertising to the general student body, informing various persons and organizations on campus, and utilizing the resources of the USC LGBT student population to 鍖nd the best people for the job. Present at GLBTA meeting Present at U-Rap Present at Rainbow Floor Meeting Put reminders on Rainbow Floor Doors GLBTA Listserve Personal Networking Facebook Flyers in Community Service Center, CBCSA, El Centro, APASS Advertising Strategy If we did all the things we were capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves. - Thomas Edison OutReach will begin recruiting members through the strategies on the right. With our logo completed we will be able to quickly and easily create great ads to attract students? 7
  • 8. The 鍖rst meeting of OutReach will be on Wednesday, September 17th at 7:30 in the LGBT Resource Center (STU 202B). The location will be announced on the GLBTA listerv. At this 鍖rst meeting we will focus on: Rewriting and ratifying goals, philosophy, and values Collecting contact information on all potential members Assign jobs for members Get to know the OutReach team The First Meeting Where We Need To Go It is at this 鍖rst meeting that we will begin moving forward with OutReach. Our 鍖rst major event will be at the Models of Pride Conference at Occidental College on October 6th where we will be tabling alongside the LGBT Resource Center. After launching we will have weekly meetings to update the team and assign high schools visits. More information on OutReach will be available on the GLBTA website (www.glbta.org) and on the weekly GLBTA listerv. A Facebook group will also be created. 8 It is at this 鍖rst meeting that we will begin moving forward with OutReach. Our 鍖rst major event will be at the Models of Pride Conference at Occidental College on October 6th where we will be tabling alongside the LGBT Resource Center. After launching we will have weekly meetings to update the team and assign high schools visits. The 鍖rst meeting of OutReach shall be: Wednesday, September 19th, 2007 7:30 LGBT Resource Center (STU 202B)
  • 9. ation and program that will endure for years to come. eachs ultimate goal is to be known beyond the USC community among s, outside LGBT Organizations, and other universities. Our program is ned to reach out to the highest number of LGBT high school students and s that we can handle. This means that as we grow we will be able to ort more programming for more schools. e reach beyond USC we will be conscientious of the image we are ing for ourselves, the LGBT Resource Center, GLBTA, and USC. Our e is important to maintain so that we will become a familiar program GSAs in the area. efforts to go beyond USC will start with our mailings that will begin once GBT Resource Centers recruitment guides are completed. Within the next 3 years OutReach, along with the Rainbow Floors Overnight Experience, will be instantly recognizable and familiar to GSAs across California and to GSAs around the country. OutReachs ultimate goal is to be known beyond the USC community among GSAs, outside LGBT Organizations, and other universities. Our program is designed to reach out to the highest number of LGBT high school students and GSAs that we can handle. This means that as we grow we will be able to support more programming for more schools. As we reach beyond USC we will be conscientious of the image we are creating for ourselves, the LGBT Resource Center, GLBTA, and USC. Our image is important to maintain so that we will become a familiar program with GSAs in the area. Our efforts to go beyond USC will start with our mailings that will begin once the LGBT Resource Centers recruitment guides are completed. Going Beyond USC Where We Need To Go We want to create an organization and program that will endure for years to come. 9