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  1. In my country, it's not a big deal to continue on the same school. I myself did my undergrad and masters at the same place, even the same advisor. But I wouldn't go for a PhD there, even if they had it. I think I've learned enough with my advisor and a different school would be much more productive.
  2. It's like the silence before the storm... I feel the same way, not really motivated to do anything here, just waiting for my trip and to get things started! I'll travel in one month, so I still have some time to feel this way... =S
  3. The same happens with me, but because our educational system is different. If i say I'm a graduate student, they think I'm still in college. So, in my coutry, I say PhD student, but it the US, saying you're a grad student makes perfect sense!
  4. As a Brazilian, I love soccer and I love to watch my team playing (and I do hope we'll win this year!). But I've seen first hand the mess FIFA causes. For instance: in Brazil, selling beers in stadiums is forbiden. Guess what: FIFA made the Brazilian Congress change that law just for the World Cup. FIFA also made patent for words like "cup" and "pagode" (which is a musical style very popular in Brazil), so that if you use these words you may have to pay them royalties. Not to mention all the money our government spent in stadiums and other useless works. They built a huge bridge in my town that goes from nowhere to nowhere, just because it looks nice for the tourists. Good thing is: this is the first time I see people worldwide talking about the problems with hosting a big event, such as the World Cup. The Olimpycs in London and the World Cup in South Africa also ripped-off the host countries, but nobody seemed to care. Now people are becoming more aware of the corruption, so hopefuly, things will change from now on! =S
  5. The university actually has an offcampus housing website. I found a roommate there! A friend os mine who lives near will stop by and check the place and de guy, if it's ok, my problem is solved! =)
  6. I've lived in Brazil most of my life, and some time in the US (Cleveland, Kansas City and Pittsburgh). I visited Washington DC, Miami and NYC. Other countries I've been to are Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Jamaica, Cayman Islands and Canada. The Andes are the most amazing place I've been to. Europe is the first in my list of next trips.
  7. I think American pizza already has too much red sauce, but here in Brazil I put ketchup in my pizza It's quite common, actually!
  8. Currently playing with an Xbox 360, but I wanna get a PS4. Even though I won't have time to play...
  9. I'll arrive one month before classes start. I am planning on staying on a hostel for one or two weeks, to have time to find a place. I'm searching online, of course, but I won't decide anything until I can see the place in person.
  10. I've seen people get the F-visa after they enrolled in very cheap and not respected courses (often not even in an university, but in a ESL or cooking course). So, as long as you prove you have the money, so you won't have to work, and you are officially enrolled, they won't bother about your grades!
  11. I don't, specially one based on Jung, who I don't even consider a respectful scientist (at least not for nowadays standards). Anyway, the test is fun! =) I'm ENFJ, but my "E" was only 1% different from the "I", so although I consider myself an extroverted person, I'm confused!
  12. This shouldn't be a concern, as long as you have the acceptance letter, DS-2019 (this is for J-1 visa, actually, I don't know what form they have for the F-1 visa) and proof of financial funds. They will not judge your visa based on your grades, so don't worry!
  13. I'll move to Baltimore in the summer, I don't intend to have a roommate, so I'll rent a studio. You can get a decent place under $1000. I don't mind if it's a small place but I do want to live near campus.
  14. Hi there! I'll start my PhD at Hopkins this fall, Psychological and Brain Sciences program.
  15. This is part os my to do list before starting my Phd: - getting my visa (and all the red tape!); - packing up all the stuff I won't bring to the US and finding a place to store them (it's, like, a whole apartment); - finding a place to stay prior my arrival; - farewell parties, lots of them! =) I don't think I'll bother about the books so soon...
  16. Yes, I'm from Brazil! =) I couldn't attend the visit weekend, so what you said makes sense! I hope this helps me getting accepeted! =)
  17. Hi everyone! The POI from my top choice just asked me the contacts of my recommenders. I know they can do that and I'm confident my recommenders will say nice things about me, but I'm a little nervous about this. Do you guys have any idea what the program may ask? Is this a good thing? Oh, Lord, help me!
  18. It's really hard to say. Of course there's always a chance, but as far as I know, the comitee has the final word. They may reconsider, giving that the professor has good reasons or is influential enough. Well, I hope this works out for you! =)
  19. In my opinion, there's no escape from suffering. You can find ways to get distracted for a few hours, like, watching a movie, going on a walk, taking pictures, whatever. But in the end of the day, there will be this little voice in the back of your head, keeping you awake. Well, at least that's how I am now! =P
  20. You know, too cold, it hurts my teeth and I can't enjoy the flavor when I'm busy trying not to freeze my mouth. I can have ice cream from time to time, but I can live without it too! =)
  21. I have to prepare a course about a topic I'm not familiar with, but I'm so stressed out about my applications that I can't focus on anything. And now my neck is killing me, I can barely move my head! Terrible way to finish a weekend! =S
  22. How I met your mother and ice cream. I have to dodge rude comments when I say that out loud.
  23. Once this is the international students area, I was thinking where you guys are from and what's your field. I'll start: I'm from Brazil and, as my signature says, I'm appling for Neurosciences programs. Next?
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