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Laurel Deppen, Editor-In-Chief

Laurel Deppen is the editor in chief of the College Heights Herald. She was previously a reporter, section editor and managing editor. She has interned at TechRepublic, the Louisville Courier Journal and the Charlotte Observer.

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Goodbye from the editor: My student newspaper is a museum of my college experience

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April 28, 2021
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New provost, VSIP: Top Of The Week Podcast

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April 14, 2021
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125 WKU employees taking early retirement: See the full list

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April 9, 2021
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Attorneys request WKU release Title IX documents within 10 days

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April 1, 2021
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How to get a vaccine on campus, Herald lawsuit and more: Top Of The Week Podcast

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March 31, 2021
Buildings across WKU’s campus have signs stating that masks are required in order to enter.

On-campus COVID vaccine appointments to begin Wednesday

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March 30, 2021
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WKU to release sexual misconduct records: What comes next

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March 30, 2021
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WKU to release sexual misconduct records involved in suit against the Herald

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March 25, 2021
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Changes to Caboni’s contract: Top Of The Week Podcast

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March 24, 2021
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Herald print edition not delivered to Bowling Green: How to read it

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March 23, 2021
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Where we were when COVID hit: Top Of The Week Podcast

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March 17, 2021
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WKU names new provost and vice president of academic affairs

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March 17, 2021
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How the community responded to a fraternity house rape: Top Of The Week Podcast

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March 10, 2021
Students walk toward Cherry Hall on the first day of classes at WKU on Aug. 25 in Bowling Green. Mike Clark/HERALD

Higher education enrollment declines across Kentucky: Where WKU stands

Laurel Deppen
February 25, 2021
Bowling Green woke up to snow and ice on Monday, Feb. 15, with the weather coming as part of a larger system that swept the Southern United States over the weekend. WKU cancelled both in-person and virtual classes, and students of WKU celebrated in the snow.

WKU offices remain closed the rest of the week, remote learning continues

Laurel Deppen
February 16, 2021
Tristian Yochum, a freshman at WKU, makes his way to his 8am class in Cherry Hall, History 101. "I'm making sure I get to class on time because I know I have an early schedule this semester" said Yochum.

WKU extending provost search to mid-March

Laurel Deppen
February 12, 2021
Snow on the campus of WKU, Nov. 25, 2013. All WKU campuses are closed on Monday, Feb. 16 due to an anticipated snow storm.

In-person classes cancelled Thursday, remote learning continues

Laurel Deppen
February 10, 2021
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Cheryl Stevens retiring: Top Of The Week Podcast

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February 10, 2021
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WKU professor on Kamala Harris’ inauguration, more headlines: Top Of The Week Podcast

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February 3, 2021
Saundra Ardrey is a department head for Political Science and director of WKU's African American Studies department. Ardrey has received a Fulbright Scholars award, and will be teaching and conducting research at the University of Limpopo in South Africa for one academic year. She will teach courses on Women and Gender studies and coordinate a service learning project between WKU and University of Limpopo students. The research she will be conducting is on the political behavior of women in South Africa. "I'm excited, I'm nervous, I'm scared, I'm a little bit of everything," Ardrey said.

A person of color, sorority sister in the White House: WKU professor responds to historic inauguration

Laurel Deppen
February 2, 2021
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New semester, similar COVID guidelines: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
January 27, 2021
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From the editor: In loving memory of our friend, Elliott Wells

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January 19, 2021
Herald Editor-In-Chief Laurel Deppen stands in her office in October 2020.

From the editor: The only consistent thing is change

Laurel Deppen
January 19, 2021
Some buildings on campus, such as Gordon Wilson Hall, pose challenges to students with disabilities.

WKU files motion to dismiss former student’s discrimination lawsuit

Laurel Deppen
October 28, 2020
A student rushes past the “Trust” statue sculpted by Kendra Fleischman located on the top of Western Kentucky University’s campus on Monday morning, Aug. 31, 2020. Gordon Wilson Hall, the building behind the student, is home WKU’s Theater and Dance Program, who are currently dealing with the struggle of having to have classes in-person while still following COVID-19 guidelines.

Former dance coordinator files discrimination lawsuit against WKU

Laurel Deppen
October 21, 2020
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Attorney general intervening complaint removed from WKU’s lawsuit against the Herald

Laurel Deppen
October 20, 2020
Herald Editor-in-Chief Laurel Deppen shares an invitation to the community for submissions that are to be included in the new Community Page.

From the editor: Correcting our mistakes

Laurel Deppen
October 6, 2020
A group of WKU students walk across campus together, most not wearing masks despite WKU’s requirement to do so, on Aug. 22, 2020.

UK eliminates spring break, will WKU?

Laurel Deppen
September 17, 2020
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WKU to update COVID-19 cases twice a week

Laurel Deppen
September 7, 2020
Van Meter Hall sits at the top of WKU's campus.

Former student files discrimination lawsuit against WKU

Laurel Deppen
August 28, 2020
A wing in Bates Runner Hall will be used to house students relocated due to positive COVID diagnoses. Masks are required in all shared areas of dorms, according to WKU’s restart plan.

Where students who live on campus quarantine when they test positive

Laurel Deppen
August 25, 2020
Herald Editor-in-Chief Laurel Deppen shares an invitation to the community for submissions that are to be included in the new Community Page.

From the editor: We want to hear from you

Laurel Deppen
August 24, 2020
Hand sanitizer has been placed at entrances to all campus buildings at Western Kentucky University in order to help stop the spread of COVID-19 during the Fall 2020 semester.

Here’s why a positivity rate can’t be counted from WKU’s COVID dashboard

Laurel Deppen
August 20, 2020
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Current General Counsel to become ‘senior advisor’ and Interim Title IX coordinator if approved by Regents

Laurel Deppen
May 13, 2020
The office of the dean of Potter College in the Fine Arts Center is pictured on Thursday, March 28, 2019, during ongoing protests following Larry Snyder's sudden resignation. Snyder resigned from his position on March 26.

Before budget recommendations are made public, Potter College dean notes ‘significant cost-cutting measures’ ahead

Laurel Deppen
May 8, 2020
WKU president Timothy Caboni announced the university is suspending in-person classes for the rest of the semester. 

WKU to see 1% decrease in state-appropriated funding, Caboni says coronavirus will ‘significantly’ affect budget plans

Laurel Deppen
May 6, 2020
Mailboxes at The Crown apartments hang empty after tenants stopped receiving mail after the United States Postal Service reclassified apartment complexes to dormitories. Tenants like Nicole Cortez and her roommates took matters into their own hands. “We’ve had to get a P.O. Box just so we can get our mail,” Cortez said.

Bowling Green apartment suit against USPS dismissed from federal district court, will move to Postal Regulatory Commission

Laurel Deppen
May 5, 2020
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Caboni’s pay reduction, restart WKU and graduation changes: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
April 22, 2020
WKU president Dr. Timothy Caboni talks with the College Heights Herald editorial board on August 23, 2019.

Caboni, members of athletics to reduce salary to aid struggling WKU families amid coronavirus pandemic

Laurel Deppen
April 17, 2020
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How a small Kentucky town is dealing with the Coronavirus: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
April 15, 2020
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OPINION: You are not alone: Collective grief in the time of COVID-19

Laurel Deppen
April 10, 2020
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On-campus services, Bowling Green shelters and president updates: Top Of The Week Podcast

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April 8, 2020
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WKU alumni temporarily shift business to build personal protective equipment for medical personnel

Laurel Deppen
April 3, 2020
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WiFi hotspots, dance courses and mask donations: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
April 1, 2020
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Beshear announces 54 new cases of coronavirus in the state, urges those in southern counties to not visit Tennessee

Laurel Deppen
March 27, 2020
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New grading system, WKU move out and ‘Healthy at Home’: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
March 25, 2020
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Beshear confirms additional case of COVID-19 in Warren County, announces closure of ‘non-life sustaining’ businesses to in-person traffic

Laurel Deppen
March 24, 2020
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Beshear confirms 3rd coronavirus-related death in the state, announces other Warren County cases

Laurel Deppen
March 21, 2020
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear gives a daily update on the coronavirus situation in the state on March 18, 2020. The update is available live on Facebook and Youtube. 

Beshear confirms second coronavirus-related death, announces closure of all social gatherings including churches

Laurel Deppen
March 19, 2020
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WKU exploring options for ‘maximum flexibility on course completion for students’ amid coronavirus interruptions

Laurel Deppen
March 19, 2020
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Special update: COVID-19 and what it means for WKU: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
March 18, 2020
Designs by Tammra is a hair salon in Bowling Green, Ky. Tammra is her own boss as the owner of the business and has a daughter who carried on the family tradition by becoming a hair stylist as well.

Kentucky gyms, salons, theaters to close to prevent spread of coronavirus, Beshear says

Laurel Deppen
March 17, 2020
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WKU extending spring break, switching classes to ‘alternative delivery format’ amid Coronavirus concerns

Laurel Deppen
March 11, 2020
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Coronavirus and WKU’s Arabic program: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
March 4, 2020
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Trans students, Caboni’s salary and Hideout: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
February 26, 2020
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Sustainability and the USPS: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
February 19, 2020
Herald reporter arrested for 4th degree assault in residence hall

Herald reporter arrested for 4th degree assault in residence hall

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February 19, 2020
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Black History Month, Gen Z debt and Athletic funding: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
February 11, 2020
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Academic calendar, coronavirus and recycling: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
February 5, 2020
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Free speech and 2010 trends: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
January 29, 2020
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Semester Wrap Up: Top Of The Week Podcast

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December 4, 2019
The Alpha Tau Omega house fraternity house on Center Street.

Fraternity members seen in video using racial slur

Laurel Deppen
November 26, 2019
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China, DACA and Volleyball: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
November 20, 2019
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Recanvass, blue college counties and a nursing master’s program: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
November 13, 2019
Gov. Matt Bevin introduces Vice President Mike Pence. "He was a man that was supportive of me because we shared certain core values," Bevin said about Pence, "Things that we believe the principles of America were founded upon."

Matt Bevin officially requests recanvass of Tuesday night’s election

Laurel Deppen
November 6, 2019
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Special edition: Kentucky Governor Race 2019: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
November 6, 2019
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‘Words are powerful:’ Racial slur incidents on campus spark discussion

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
October 30, 2019
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‘Words are powerful’: Racial slur incidents spark on-campus discussion

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October 29, 2019
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Hilltop Club, LifeWorks and First Year Village: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
October 23, 2019
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Lawsuit, Tobacco and Homecoming: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
October 16, 2019
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Bus routes, Pride and coverage of racial slurs: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
October 9, 2019
Active members and new members of Chi Omega file into the chapter house to celebrate bid day on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019.

Another video of sorority member using racial slur on social media emerges

Laurel Deppen
October 8, 2019
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AXiD, Scholarships and Voting: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
October 2, 2019
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Mold, police in dorms and Survivor: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
September 24, 2019
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Fiestaval, faith in Caboni and parking rates: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
September 18, 2019
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Greek houses, Bemis and Generation Action: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
September 11, 2019
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Got 2 minutes? We’ve got the news: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
September 4, 2019
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Welcome back to WKU: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
August 28, 2019
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WKU alumnus fronts narrative-driven band

Laurel Deppen
August 27, 2019
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Semester wrap-up: Top Of The Week Podcast

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May 1, 2019
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Confucius Institute, Student/Faculty relationships and fairness ordinance: Top Of The Week

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
April 24, 2019
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Dean update, what CAPE means and SGA elections: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
April 17, 2019
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Resignation, CAPE and SAPM: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
April 10, 2019
Bowling Green hip-hop musician The Vinci poses for a portrait at the Nameless Faceless recording studio. His collaborative project with Bowling Green producer NF called "Earthlings" debuts on April 5. CHRIS KOHLEY/HERALD

Bowling Green rapper turns incarceration into music career

Laurel Deppen
April 9, 2019
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Special edition: “Tell us why:” Students respond to Dean Snyder’s resignation: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
April 3, 2019
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Bikes, free speech and Muslim Student Alliance: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
March 27, 2019
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Local band earns Grammy nomination after hiatus

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March 26, 2019
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Dahmer lawsuit, strategic initiatives and more: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
March 20, 2019
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Greek housing and language: Top Of The Week Podcast

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March 13, 2019
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Debt, Lawsuit and a President’s Aide: Top Of The Week

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February 27, 2019
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WKU student details life as aide for George H.W. Bush

Laurel Deppen
February 26, 2019
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Campus dead space, fake abductions and Best of the Hill: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
February 20, 2019
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Tuition, Faculty and Valentine’s Day: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
February 13, 2019
‘After Millennials’ lecture offers insight on different generations in the college search process

‘After Millennials’ lecture offers insight on different generations in the college search process

Laurel Deppen
February 9, 2019
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Enrollment, Paul and Lyfting with Larry: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
February 6, 2019
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Retention, Library and Press Freedom: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
January 30, 2019
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More mold, VeoRide and Government Shutdown: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
January 23, 2019
Justin Eckert, owner of NF Records, opened his recording studio in 2016. Eckert started off learning guitar when he was 4 and was inspired by the production side of music which lead him to where he is now in Bowling Green.

NF Records founder looks to take his passion beyond the local level

Laurel Deppen
January 22, 2019
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Budget, Waco Bell and Winter Break: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
December 4, 2018
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Sanford, Honors Enrollment and Parking: Top Of The Week Podcast

Laurel Deppen and Rebekah Alvey
November 28, 2018
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