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Choice of Specialization
biyutefulphlower replied to hopefullyyours's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Just to help ease your fears a bit more - my undergraduate concentration was Pre-1800s & African-American Literature (strange combination, but I made it work somehow), and I've completely pivoted to Comic Studies at this point. Change happens and that's perfectly OK~ -
Hi There @riot_grrrl88! The U of Florida has a Science Fiction working group that may be of interest to you (http://sciencefiction.group.ufl.edu/about/). I can't tell you much about it as I'm starting there in the Fall, but it may help as a jump-off point as you start looking at programs. I'd also recommend looking into S.F. scholars you admire/would like to work with and see where they may be teaching.
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Spouses and Jobs
biyutefulphlower replied to imogenshakes's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I'm all here for this conversation. My husband plans to move with me to Florida from NJ, so we're gearing up to have all those talks about relocating, including what the job market looks like in Gainesville. May - July is going to be a whirlwind. -
2017 Final Decisions
biyutefulphlower replied to Mippipopolous's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
The paperwork is in! I'm officially headed to U of Florida in August~! Will anyone else be down in the heat with me? -
2017 Final Decisions
biyutefulphlower replied to Mippipopolous's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
So excited for the future Cornellians!! Though I was there for undergrad, I loved almost everything about my experience and I hope you will too. Their library system is one of the best (in my humble opinion) and you should definitely check out some of the libraries not related to your discipline. (One of my favorites was the Ag Library - Mann.) -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
This thread is getting me through the work day, seriously. This is by far the most important part of moving and starting a program. Don't let anyone ever tell you otherwise. (What, me? A crazy cat lady who works with cat adoptions? Pish posh.) -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Ahhhhh!!! Congratulations!!! This is so, super wonderful!!! I hope you've been in celebration mode since the acceptance came through~~ -
New Rankings
biyutefulphlower replied to KikiDelivery's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
If it's any consolation, the U of Florida is all the way down at #67th. Then again, I'm totally fine with an 'alternative career', so perhaps this doesn't stress me as much as it could/should? -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Thanks @Sam7mie - I heard from them a couple Saturdays ago I hope you received good news. -
What was your writing sample?
biyutefulphlower replied to Straparlare's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
@Yanaka - I used a portion of my master's thesis and did use a short introductory blurb explaining what the full thesis was like and what was left out of the sample. I can send you what I used, if that would be of use to you. Just shoot me a PM -
Making the Most Out of a Gap Year
biyutefulphlower replied to jetleigh's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Just wanted to chime in quickly here. As was said above, all of our circumstances are different, and there are a lot of diverse ways you can spend this time away from school that could be valuable to you. I took 'gap years' between my BA & MA, as well as between my MA and (potential) PhD. Though, admittedly, these gaps were because I needed to figure out my next steps (and because living in NJ doesn't pay for itself). Each stint was about two or three years and I worked at jobs completely unrelated to academia. It's 100% feasible to make good use of your time away from school! I think laying out some goals/target can be very helpful, even if they're somewhat arbitrary. (I like self imposed deadlines.) TBH, I think that the 3 years since I graduated from my MA have been some of my most successful and productive years. Read new things that tickle your fancy, write new things for your own benefit - who knows what gem you may stumble upon that opens your whole world? Also, see if your alma mater offers access to online resources (like JSTOR, Muse, etc.) for their alumni - this has really been invaluable for conducing my own research. Especially since I don't live close to either of my previous schools. Some local schools may also offer guest access, if you live far away like I do. -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Good Luck @Yanaka! And many congratulations to @Silabus and @positivitize!!!! 'Woot-woot's all around! -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I was accepted to the University of Florida today!!! I got the call while on the way to the airport and had to pull over/let my fiancé drive. I may cry on the plane... Also may have audibly squealed while talking with the DGS. (Super professional, I know.) Once I have more info, I'll be sure to share! Ahhhh so happy!!! -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
You and me both! -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I'm waiting on the U of Florida too. When I spoke to the DGS, I was told they will be sending out info in 'early March'. I'm hoping we'll hear in the next 2 weeks. -
OSU Visit Day
biyutefulphlower replied to Dr. Old Bill's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
For those of us on the wait-list, could you share your thoughts upon your return? -
2017 Acceptances
biyutefulphlower replied to JessicaLange's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Congrats!!! (And thanks for all the helpful information you've been posting.) Enjoy the high!! -
Venting Thread
biyutefulphlower replied to VirginiaWoolf's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Ah, you're the best - thanks! -
Venting Thread
biyutefulphlower replied to VirginiaWoolf's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Thanks @KikiDelivery! I'm trying to not stress too much, but based on what @eatthatbee posted, I might just start back up again! @anxiousgrad - Yeah, not to repeat what you've already heard, but we can't give up hope yet. And regardless of what this application cycle holds, it doesn't define your worth or limit where this academic journey may take you in the long run. -
Venting Thread
biyutefulphlower replied to VirginiaWoolf's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Shouting into the abyss a little - I'm trying not to freak out about hearing back from Oregon, but I'm doing a really, really bad job. I keep checking the submission page (since we heard they've made their decisions) and my heart drops every time there's no update. Since I'm Wait-listed at Ohio, I'm trying not to spiral out of control, but man, it would be really nice to have an acceptance. Plus, my fiance' isn't really keen on moving to FL...if I get in there. There's just so much out of my control right now ... -
What was your writing sample?
biyutefulphlower replied to Straparlare's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
You are a wonderful human being @Pezpoet - thank you!! -
What was your writing sample?
biyutefulphlower replied to Straparlare's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
No worries - I was just curious, since I noticed the Comp Lit application deadline was a bit later than English's. Thanks! -
What was your writing sample?
biyutefulphlower replied to Straparlare's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Hey @Straparlare - I know this is the wrong thread for this and I'm sorry if I'm poking at a wound, but I have to ask - you heard back from the University of Oregon already? -
Venting Thread
biyutefulphlower replied to VirginiaWoolf's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Sounds a lot like New Jersey transit buses. They're never on time, unless you're running late.