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I don't know that it's written outright but it's implied IMO that you're going to be working on the topic. We're paired with mentors from the DoD branch funding us and we meet with them quarterly. We had to submit a 1 pg abstract of our work and my mentor does the exact same niche work so it'd be awkward to have a really specialized mentor and then work on something less relevant to what they do. So far, there haven't been specific timelines for deliverables but that may change as my mentor and I begin to actually interact. All that said, the four of us in my dept that were selected the last 2 years were already working on the topics we proposed so I can't give any examples on someone who might have changed topic and how that was handled/viewed by the fellowship.

I emailed them about it a couple weeks ago and our homeboii Rob Ross said they'd reach out when they needed them so I think we jus sit tight.

I wasn't awarded the NSF but I want to mention a couple things: - Do you have an idea of who your advisor might be? If so, you may want to ask them about their general policy re:internships. I've come across many professors, mine included, who don't allow or encourage their students to have internships. Specially the first couple of years. So you might want to ask them as this may eliminate the internship issue. - Depending on the circles you run (or will be running) in the NDSEG may carry more prestige. It certainly does in mine, though my work since UG (and in industry) has been very heavily defense oriented. - Do you know where the conferences most relevant to your work are held? Mine are abroad about 80% of the time so having extra funds for travel (even if it's one time) is a bonus.

1st yr PhD EE, honorable mention. (Awarded NDSEG though) ------- 1. E/E Summary: The research topic is thoroughly covered, with background, research plans, and objectives clearly specified. Letter of recommendations really highlight the student's strengths and qualities. Stellar performance specifically with [outreach targeted towards] under represented minorities. 2. E/VG Summary: I believe that the candidate is in a strong position to undertake such a challenging problem. She has access to the required lab space and resources at the institute. She has laid down an ambitious; however, an achievable plan for the research. I believe that her past achievements, industry and startup company experience, academic performance make her an ideal candidate for this fellowship. 3. VG/E Summary: The applicant has proven to be a strong researcher with extensive experience. She is poised for success in her doctoral research and will be an important role model for women and minorities in STEM. --------- Reviewer 3 in the individual comment sections did write some negative feedback that I don't think I could have avoided. They mentioned that given my past work it was surprising I didn't have more publications but a lot of my work has been export controlled/trade secret so it's not like I could have done it anyway. They also said it would have been nice if I had quantified the outcomes of my outreach work... but like who does that? They also disagreed w/reviewer 3 re:academic performance. Either way, I don't think there's much I could have differently. It is what it is.

They're also expanding this, I think. If you look on the Sysplus site's description, it says up to 500 fellowships. I don't think that was in place for this year because it definitely said 200 when we all applied.

April 29th

same.

No email yet.

I moved it but then i couldn't see it so I just added _successful at the end for now.

Mine says selected.

This. My advisor and I are in the exact same boat.

Well LMK if you do. I'll contribute my stuff.

I'd be down to share essays. Though I wouldn't want to just post it here. So maybe a google drive folder people have to ask to join or something.

One way I've heard the outcomes described is that NSF awards the person and NDSEG awards the project.

Idk keep hope! I got a NSF HM and I'll have you know my UG/Grad GPAs are going to be outliers on that table if and when I add them.