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  <Title>Reminder-Exclusive Movie Screening on Oct 13: Quad Life</Title>
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          <p>Join us for an exclusive screening of <a href="https://www.quadlifedoc.com/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Quad Life</a> — the powerful story of a young Black father whose world is turned upside down after a life-changing accident. Follow his journey of resilience and reinvention as he pursues his passion as an artist and quadriplegic sound designer, redefining what "normal" means along the way.</p>
        
          <p>Popcorn will be provided. For a special surprise, the main actor will be joining us after the screening for a live Q&amp;A session.</p>
        
          <p><strong>Go to this <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/events/146603" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">link</a> and click "Going In-Person" to reserve your spot.</strong></p>
        
          
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          <p>Please note: This event is not sponsored, and Quad Life is not currently available on Netflix. All graphics and introductory materials are created solely to enhance the promotional experience and generate excitement for this screening.</p>
        
          <div>This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's <a href="https://ecr.umbc.edu/discrimination-policy/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy</a>.</div>
        
          <div>UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all.  For additional inquiries about access or accommodation, please email <a href="mailto:disability@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">disability@umbc.edu</a></div>
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