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Aromando

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    Computer Science (PhD): Education, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence.
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    2018 Fall
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    Computer Science, PhD

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  1. Yes, I did. I know this is an extremely late reply, but I think I sat next to you at the CS grad orientation.
  2. I would also advise not being afraid to approach others and asking them to hang out. There a lot of shy people out there who may be looking for the exact same thing you are.
  3. Just to chime in, I am making a wild assumption that School 2 is UCONN. I have been living in CT for the last 5 years (undergraduate into a year off to work). I have lived in the New Haven and Stamford area and have worked in Hartford. My personal experience is that CT does have some unsafe parts, especially around Hartford, but I also know plenty of fresh out of college individuals who moved into cheaper housing in the Hartford area that are very happy with where they are at. So safety and affordability does exist. As for CT in general, I am so over it. Connecticut is a real bore. If you like history and wine tastings, then CT may fit you, but otherwise all the action is in Boston or NYC. Also, the nightlife is very trashy and it is hard to find a clean bar or club to go out too. The beaches in CT are very sub-par as well. The only beaches that are worth visiting in the Northeast are the ones in Jersey in my opinion (I will leave Cape Cod out since I have never been there and it seems nice). CT also gets very cold and snowy. A lot of businesses are also leaving CT too because of its high cost of living. Relating to your issue, I believe I have decided to go to a school that is far away from major cities (like 4-6 hours from nearest major city), but the campus is amazing and a lot of the student population enjoy the area (continually voted one of the "happiest" campuses). I find that the atmosphere and that I am honestly looking to get away from the urban environment to be helpful in choosing the school. It really depends on what you are looking for. The university does have a huge population though so that helps. In all honesty though, I sit home and play World of Warcraft everyday in CT cause there's nothing to do so I do not see how I could end up having less to do. Of course I am biased, as would anyone when expressing their opinion, but I would not assume just because an area has a larger population means that you will be less bored. Lastly, my monthly rent for a one bedroom apartment in CT could land me a five bedroom house where I will probably be doing my PhD.
  4. I gave all of my "recommenders" gift cards to something meaningful. One was my boss and the other two were old professors of mine. I got them gift cards to places they usually go to (theater, etc.) and they were extremely appreciative and happy. I feel like a lot of professors do not get acknowledgement for helping students. I would encourage you to do something, but if you could give them the gift in person, that would probably be more appropriate.
  5. Agree with @TK2 completely. Love is not following someone blindly. Love is a compromise.
  6. Hello, I was accepted to Virginia Tech as a CS PhD student. I have been accepted since early/mid January, but have not been sure where I would end up. Still not sure, but I am leaning heavily towards VT at the moment.
  7. I would email your POI or someone in the department reinstating your interest in the program and thanking them for reviewing your application. Make it short and sweet, but definitely make a point that you want to be there and are interested in their research area's. Remember, you want to stand out, and making an impression could put you higher up on the wait list or, at least, probably have your application reviewed again.
  8. Let us know if they give you a time table on acceptances!
  9. @balaenopter_a Who did you interview with if you do not mind me asking? Asking what area did you specify interest in for Virginia Tech? @cal03 Nice!
  10. Yeah I understand. I just wanted to confirm that "Professor" is just as respectful. It does not matter to me whether the individual is male or female.
  11. Would "Professor Person" be acceptable as well? I had undergrad professors who did not like being called Dr. so I usually use the Professor title.
  12. I would say I submitted the application closer to the deadline. I would no worry. The interviewer did not mention anything about moving forward with my application or anything in regards to the interview being a sign of admittance. I see the interview as a positive thing, of course, but I do not think they are ready to decide on me (or anyone else) as of yet.
  13. Thank you! Education primarily. I intend to utilize machine learning as well.
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