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I hope your semesters and your OER initiative projects are off to good starts! There was some interest in having an informal virtual meet-up to share our experiences and ask each other logistical questions as we progress at different stages in our OER initiatives. </div>
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So, Dee Anna Phares and I from NIU and Michelle Oh from Oakton Community College invite you to join us for a lunchtime chat on
<b>Friday, November 6, 12pm-1pm.</b> Please see the Zoom meeting info below. No pressure to attend, but it would be nice to hear about your projects, get some feedback, and share ideas. Feel free to "bring" your lunch!</div>
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Topic: CARLI Member OER Initiative Meet Up</div>
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Time: Nov 6, 2026 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)</div>
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