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    Tehran, Iran
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    2016 Fall
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    Theatre and Performance Studies

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  1. I appreciate your response, it helps a lot
  2. It helps a lot my friend! Thank you for your response. I'm going to check John Newlove as soon as possible. BTW, are you aware of neighborhoods hosting undergrads? I really can't bear partying noises that much, so I want to be far away from those places.
  3. So, finally I committed to BGSU (PhD in Theatre). Now, all I have to do is to rent a one bedroom house. I've reviewed some websites and found out some options. But, thing is, I'm unfamiliar with the neighborhoods. So, I'd appreciate it if you suggest me some safe neighborhoods which are far away from undergraduate territories (ergo, constant partying!). Also, it would be great if your suggestions would be in the walking distance of university. Thank you in advance.
  4. Wow, This topic is quiet! Anyone accepted to any program at BGSU? Let's hangout here and have a chat. I'd love it if someone gives me some advice on renting a house.
  5. Congrats buddy! I've also accepted BGSU offer (the same deal as yours). I'm going to send you a message to know each other more. How exciting!
  6. Congratulations to both of you! Northwestern was my dream program and I couldn't get in; I'm extremely happy for you fellas BTW skw0007 , I think if your research interests are rooted in performance studies (especially non-art performance studies) Berkeley is the perfect place; but, if you (like me) prefer a balance between theatre studies and performance studies, I believe no place is more suited than Northwestern. The great thing about NW-IPIT program is the fact that it is based in Communication school; so, you literary have many possibilities in other programs (especially, well, PS program!). I really wished to have a chance to work with Dr. Davis, Dr. Young and also, Dr. Chambers-Letson (he's in PS department). You're now the subject of many people's jealousy! You simply rock Once again, congrats to you both friends; I hope our paths can cross one day. P.S: Finally, I committed to BGSU and accepted their offer; I did a thorough research and I'm confident now it's a great place for PhD. It's not a premium or Ivy League, but they are very well-known and recognized. So, yeah, good luck all of us!
  7. To be honest, I think I gave the most awful interview ever!!! I was in lots of pressure (I had a real bad day) and made a big mistake: wrote down my answers (to probable questions)!!! Although I was completely right about the questions, the whole interview got an awkward taste (at least, for me). They asked two questions: 1. Tell us a little bit about yourself and research interests. 2. Why did you choose our university? Then, they let me to ask any questions in regard to the program, the university and the city. They continued by elaborating on funding details. One thing just kept my heart warm during the event and that was how calm and kind my interviewers were; they understood my stress and made some jokes to comfort me. They were completely honest in their answers and treated me like I'm already their student. So, to sum up: Think on your answers, but not too much. Just try to have a friendly chat and know that even for being considered for an interview, it puts you on the top of dozens of applicants. You are halfway there buddy and I wish you the greatest interview ever! BTW fellas, can anyone help me in regard to my choice between BGSU and Indiana? Although, I don't think I can get an offer from Indiana, but given the odds, it's better to have a comparison beforehand. I know that the program in Indiana is rooted in history and literature (two things that I like the least!!!), while BGSU is more performance theory-related (which I dig the most!). On the other hand, Indiana is (greatly) more recognized university (but I couldn't find any review in regard to their theatre program). I've found this website useful for its ranking in theatre and performance studies: http://www.phds.org/rankings/theater It has given BGSU a quiet decent rank (higher than Tufts, CUNY The Graduate Center, Georgia, and even Minnesota). But, since I'm not from the states, I cannot attest to its precision. So, yeah, I appreciate it if anybody can shed a light on my dilemma! Cheers (and sorry for the long post).
  8. Oh, perfect pal. This is so enlightening! Thank you dear sjoh197 for your references. I'm going to check out those naughty sections! I also appreciate your other suggestions.
  9. Hello fellas. Not quite whining, but rather a stupid question! I didn't know where I should ask this, therefore in line with my frustration, I just leave it here: I've been offered an interview for PhD and I don't frigging know what they want to ask and talk about. This is my first ever interview and I'm completely blind. Should I concentrate on my statement?! Should I prepare something?! Should I study something?!!! Any help is much appreciated.
  10. Congratulations skw0007 for those wonderful programs! Today, I got an email from Indiana University- Bloomington, arranging a SKYPE interview on Friday. Thing is, this is the first time ever that I've been asked for an interview and I don't have the slightest clue what they want to talk about! Can I ask you friends who have experience in interviews to enlighten me in this regard? What are the questions? Should I be prepared for something in particular beforehand?
  11. Oh, I understand. Thank you for the clarification
  12. Thank you for the hint friend! In regard to your question about Brown, I've got the unofficial word. I was talking with Dr. Rebecca Schneider about an article and she was kind enough to mention the committee's decision. But she said it's going to be quiet a while until the official results get public. I knew that Brown is extremely competitive, but it hurt a lot to hear the news! What I (ever) look in theatre and performance studies is heavily related to Dr. Schneider's concentration and I was devastated to know that I missed the chance to study under her supervision.
  13. I was stupid enough to start another topic without realizing that this topic here is exactly the same! I'm going to delete that topic, but first, let me just copy my post here: "have applied for these: Northwestern (ITT), Brown, CUNY The Graduate Center, Maryland-College Park, Indiana-Bloomington, Georgia (UGA), BGSU. So far, I've been rejected from NW and Brown and been accepted in BGSU. They have offered me a PhD level assistantship which secures 14K for 9 months. Though, I have to deduct the the general fee (which I don't know for now how much it would be). Moreover, they have mentioned that there is a way to waive the non-resident fee. One more thing, I think (though not sure) that they don't offer any health insurance. I've heard that it's a cheap city and you can live off by that money for 9 months, but the summer gap worries me. I'd deeply appreciate any info on this university and city (especially in regard to its financial offer)." So, what do you think of about BGSU? Can anyone help me with the program's reputation and robustness? What about the city?
  14. Thank you pal! I completely understand the situation. It's really tough keep going when you hear a rejection. I was devastated when I heard my two rejections. But, trust me, good news are coming! Just stand tall and try to have a chat with your friends. In fact, I guess no one minds if you want to share your thoughts here. Try it more, it will help
  15. Thank you my dear friend! I really appreciate your comments.
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