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MrOtrebla

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  • Gender
    Male
  • Location
    NY
  • Interests
    Boxing, BJJ, Swimming, Women, Science
  • Application Season
    2013 Fall
  • Program
    Org. Chem

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  1. I'm sorry to say, but some of these posts just seem to be a bit naggy and full of self-pity. I, too, am a first generation/low income student. My parents came to this country with nothing but the clothes on their backs and a few pesos. I would never dare say that I am at a disadvantage. Why? I feel like that would undermine everything my parents have sacrificed for me. I carry this "weight" with nothing but great pride and decorum, and I could never say that I've faced any hurdles simply because of who I am. I am the master of my life, I pick and choose what situation I put myself in, and I have several faculties and skills that my "privileged" peers will never obtain. Sorry for the angsty post, but I get a bit upset when people think that because I am a minority, I have to had gone through some major trials and tribulations. Even if I had, I feel very fortunate to have lived the life that I have and I refuse to accept anyones tawdry compliments and words of encouragement.
  2. I'll bump this up. I'm about 90% sure I'll be coming here for the fall... I would be studying chemistry. Anyone else going from different branches of academia?
  3. And here I was thinking I was alone in this matter. My on and off girlfriend of 3 years (best friends before that) decided that I don't belong in her life anymore. Yeah it hurt for a while, but time really does heal all. The only thing I find myself worrying about is finding someone and settling down before I'm 30, but who knows if I'll even have the time to worry about that during grad school. I'll most likely be moving to the midwest from NYC, so I have so many new experiences to look forward to. I agree with JungWild&Free... I think this is for the best anyways. From what I've seen and heard, the connections you make during grad school will most likely be the most important ones.
  4. MrOtrebla

    Ft. Collins, CO

    Yeah, I've been navigating craigslist for a while but I just get nothing but bad vibes from there. The website looks great but I'll have to get in contact with CSU Admissions to find out if I have a CSU EID or not. Or if I obtain one after the April 15 date. I'll pm at some point in mid April if I do decide on CSU. Thanks a bunch!
  5. MrOtrebla

    Ft. Collins, CO

    Bumping as well... Anyone recommend a way to find roommates? I'm 80% sure I'll be headed over there unless Indiana University really blows my mind
  6. , theres no emoticon for a thumbs up so this'll have to do. DON'T cut anyone off... this girl did so to me to a POI of mine and he ended up directing her to another group. Fairly embarrasing to say the least. I wouldn't worry about it. Experienced Professors have a way of sniffing out talent, so be yourself I guess.
  7. Also, don't forget that your POI's are people too. Converse with them, be friendly. Joke around a bit. Show hunger and ambition. In other words, don't make it all business.
  8. Pre-app? I completed one application in early Jan and got my acceptance late Jan if I recall correctly... For those who are going this weekend... who intends to socialize instead of going back to the hotels to study at night? Hopefully I can lure some grads out to grab some drinks and really talk about the labs they work in
  9. Another Indiana acceptee here! I have a pretty good feeling about their program... unfortunately this puts a lot of pressure to make a decision soon after their visitation weekend is over.
  10. This thread has been rather quiet the past few days huh... Has anyone heard anything from Boston College for Organic Chem.?
  11. I'm wondering the same... Judging by the results page it seems like most programs haven't finished their rounds yet, but I honestly don't know :/
  12. I was going to suggest the exact same thing. Either ways, it should be an exciting weekend.
  13. Is 22k (minus the $912.34... what a hilariously odd sum) really that bad? How much are you expecting rent to be? I was looking at the dorm rates and they seem pretty reasonable to me. Overall, I'd say maybe more than that... prospective grad students of all disciplines are probably going to show up.
  14. Yes me too... very underrated in Organic, especially with people like Wood, Shi, and Rovis. Hopefully I get in
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