My students were awesome. So many thoughtful final projects. So much growth. A stressful, rewarding, unforgettable term.

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The reflection should show what’s about 60 degrees above the shuttle, not what’s in front of it. #startrek #tng jerz.setonhill.edu/the-devils-due

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Dr Jerz I think your microphone glitched

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