Strangefox

How about that? I think it can definetely be transformed into a carrer. There are a lot of options to choose from as you can organize everything - from weddings to conferences

I like the way it sounds!

I think you should not rush. 24 hours probably won't be enough. I'd say, give yourself a month. At least. It is different for everybody, you know, so it's hard to say how much time you will need. Just don't rush - but remember all the time that this is your aim, so don't spend too much time figuring it out either.

Thanks again! This information is very helpful!

And what can be possible explanations? Why are there so many positions (by they way, did they mean positions in academia, like TT ones?)? Is this field getting more popular?

It must be the gut feeling. Follow your heart. Don't do what others want you to do. Think about things what make you happy, that would you like to spend the rest of your life doing. Your intuition is the key! If you don't know it yet, may be you have not really tried understanding yourself. You must not rush. Just relax and think about different activities that make you really happy, about your skills and talents - and I am sure you have those! And be true to yourself. Don't lie to youself. Understanding yourself may not be easy but it is totally possible. Good luck!

Really??? That's nice!

Yeah, you should ask the program. And congrats!

Oh, I didn't know that the situation is so bad now! Thanks for sharing this information. But it is getting better, right? I mean, the worst year was probably 2008? Or 2009? Then 2010 was a bit better. Or am I getting it all wrong? What is your friend saying about that?

That is wonderful! Congratulations!!!

Congrats!

My guess is - not very often

Please, don't lose hope! It's not over yet!

Oh, I am sorry to hear that... But there is still a chance, still a chance! Are you sure there are no profs you would like to work with at U Maryland?

But you've got funding from UMiami, right? Cheer up!

Hey, stay positive! May be if you were accepted to a certain school and not to other programs it is because this school is a perfect fit for you and others aren't! Remember, addmission decisions are based first and foremost on fit. Do not reapply!

I will read about it! Thanks!

Interesting idea, thanks! And how do I find such agencies? How big is usually this fee? Thanks for the great advice!

Oh yeah, I know what you mean! Thanks very much for the information!

Off-topic: I LOVE British Life on Mars

In other words, if you are true Mr. Hyde Sorry, I know it's a serious discussion and your reply is very interesting, but when I read these words I immediately thought about the Sevenson's character

Thanks for the input!

I think it's so difficult to define because it is different for different people. For example, some fall in love often and others really seldom. It happens quite often with me and though it's a nice feeling I am fed up with it really Because it only clouds my judgement... Oh, 4 professors like that in one department!

I will certainly do that, thanks!

They say "Hope for the best, prepare yourself for the worst" and I believe there is nothing wrong in thinking about the worst case scenario. I will be coming to the US from another country, I have never lived with a roommate found online (actually, I've found out that it is possible and that there are sites for that from this very thread). And I do not want to make any foolish mistakes. I am talking about not trusting a person whom I've known for a week. Of course, once I have lived with them for some time, I won't keep everything in my room and won't have a padlock on my door I believe there is nothing wrong in being extra careful with people you have only seen a couple of times in your life and who are not a friend/aquaintance of somebody you know and trust. Sorry, I used a wrong word. By grabbing I actually meant calling a landlord and scheduling a visit. And cancelling it if having read more about the place where it is situated I will see that I don't like it that much and change my mind. Of course I will prepare a list of good and bad parts of the city I will be moving to, but surely I won't be able to put all possible details there.