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  1. Despite the fact that I know the programs I've applied to will be making offers on March 7th and March 10th, I can't stop checking my email and university websites, just in case they release their decisions early! I know it's ridiculous, but I'm still doing it. Thank goodness my backup plan (MSc) is in place, as I've already been admitted to my top choice. Would much rather do a combined masters-dietetic internship, however, since the internship is needed to become a registered dietitian.
  2. I'm not sure about Lakehead, but I know many Canadian universities have different timelines for domestic and international students. Some even have different timelines for out-of-province students. Sorry I don't know about Lakehead.
  3. Just to update: I decided to wear my hair down, mainly because it was freezing cold out, and a hat would have messed with my hair far more had it been up. The serum I used in it kept it from frizzing and being all static-y. Wore glasses for one interview, contacts for the rest, to prevent the fogging up of glasses when going from cold outside to warm inside. At all my interviews, the majority of the candidates were in suits or wore blazers with dress pants or skirts. A couple had dress pants with a blouse, but they were the minority. Interviewers also tended to wear suits, blazers, or dress pants/skirts with a dressy blouse. (Yes, I'm in a female-dominated field, and didn't see one male on the interview circuit). I think I only saw one person who wasn't wearing makeup - the rest all had at least a touch of makeup, even if it was just mascara and lipgloss. No one was "done up" however, just nice, clean, basic makeup. That was my experience with 5 interviews over the course of a week and a half. Now the waiting game begins.
  4. I agree with what you've said about Lakehead. Due to its location it isn't as large, or as well known, as other universities that are further south. I've only heard good things about Lakehead's MPH program, and graduates of the program are working in many different areas in health care. One acquaintance who graduated from Lakehead's MPH program is currently in medical school in Canada. Congratulations to all those who have received offers! And good luck making a decision if you've received multiple offers. I know I'll be hearing back on March 7th, so the next week is going to go by SO slowly.
  5. I had and interview with UofT for their MPH in community nutrition this past week. They said we will hear back on March 7th. It's going to be a very long week.
  6. My top two choices are the Guelph MAN program and Toronto's MPH in Community Nutrition. I honestly will have a hard time deciding between the two if I am fortunately to gain admission to both. I've had interviews for both programs. UofT's program matches my interests perfectly, but I'm not a fan of big cities like Toronto, and so I would be commuting daily into Toronto. The program is tailor-made to my interests, however. Guelph has a wonderful program with incredible professors. The campus is beautiful, there are so many support systems in place to help students succeed, and I feel very comfortable at Guelph. The city is the perfect size, is very green, has plenty of running and biking trails, and is really just the perfect city for me to live in. I previously worked for the Public Health Agency of Canada, in Ottawa, before I decided to return to university to further my studies. I can tell you that when we were hiring (I served on three hiring committees) we didn't care what university someone attended. After all, in Canada, almost all universities are publically funded and so the quality of education is very similar among similar programs. Where the differences show up is when you look at graduate research (not professional) programs. For research-based programs, it is obviously more impressive if you've worked with a leader in your field, or completed your MSc or PhD at a university known for its research in a particular area. For professional programs (or undergraduate degrees), we only cared that the person had the piece of paper that they said they had. Candidates actual work and volunteer experience, combined with their references, were the important factors. Their performance during the interview and any tests was important. What university they graduated from was never something we considered. Of course, YMMV, but that was my experience working in public health for the federal government. Other levels of government, other departments or agencies, or other areas in public health may have different criteria. I'm glad that UofT has said they will inform us of their decision for the community nutrition program by March 7th. At least I know when I can expect a response. Hopefully it will be a positive one!
  7. ISFJ here. I've been in gifted programs my entire life, and scored in the 99th percentile on all the aptitude tests we took in elementary and high school. I'm definitely and introvert, and definitely someone who feels emotions very strongly. People are surprised that I'm an introvert, however, since I'm good at public speaking, I don't mind teaching or presenting to large groups of people, and will happily take charge of a group. I'm just not one for lots of socializing. I'd rather stay at home and read a good book than go out to a party, and I'm very shy if put in a social situation with people I don't know. However, if it's a professional situation with people I don't know, I'm very comfortable.
  8. I've received an unofficial acceptance to an MSc program in nutrition at the University of Guelph (basically the department has recommended that I be offered admission to the program, but it still needs to be approved by the Faculty of Graduate Studies). I had an interview this week for Guelph's MAN program. I've an interview next week for Toronto's MPH in community nutrition.
  9. I'm wondering what people's thoughts are on the following: - long hair: wear it up or down? - glasses or contacts? I'm in nutrition and nutrition/public health, if that makes a difference (so female-dominated fields).
  10. I've applied to UofT's MPH in Community Nutrition. I have a phone interview for next week! Very excited, as this is my top choice. I wish I knew how many they were interviewing, and how many spots were available for the community nutrition program. I haven't calculated my GPA, but my average for my last two years is 95%.
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