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see their students. The newly minted O&M program at PSU is growing and learning,
thanks to the integration of knowledge and support from national, regional and local
partners. Like so many personnel preparation programs in the field of O&M, our origin
story begins with those who wished to address service provision gaps with support
from OSEP. In the mighty company of an esteemed group who have dedicated their
professional lives to meeting a critical need, I have much to learn but stand less
daunted because of the spirit of generosity, of service, and of commitment I see in the
O&M colleagues in our community.