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Hello Does anybody have advice on how to try and negotiate up offers? Specifically-- I have only seen advice about how to ask a university to match a higher offer elsewhere, whereas my offers are all around the same (probably average, but of course it'd be better if they were higher). I still want to give it a go to negotiate, though, since I figure I might as well try, even if I expect a no. My questions are 1. Is it still normal to try and negotiate if you're in my situation (no higher offers)? and 2. if so, does anybody have wise words on how to do so/phrase my 'ask'?
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icedwithoatmilk replied to labradoodle's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Does anybody have advice on how to try and negotiate up offers? Specifically-- I have only seen advice about how to ask a university to match a higher offer elsewhere, whereas my offers are all around the same (probably average, but of course it'd be better if they were higher). I still want to give it a go to negotiate, though, since I figure I might as well try, even if I expect a no. My questions are 1. Is it still normal to try and negotiate if you're in my situation (no higher offers)? and 2. if so, does anybody have wise words on how to do so/phrase my 'ask'? -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to labradoodle's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I'm waiting for some other programs pluuus I just don't want to have to rush my decision so much between the programs I have gotten in to! Ah yeah, I was thinking about just emailing and asking for an extension.. even though I don't have like thaaat good of a reason I just want more time! -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to labradoodle's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I also got in there and am wondering about the weird/early date! Do you know why this is?? Has anybody been accepted by another program that makes you confirm (much) before April 15? -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to labradoodle's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I wouldn't have expected that in interviews you'd be asked if you were accepted to other programs... does anybody have any theories on why this is asked? And if you have other acceptances, is it good to say so/say where? -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to labradoodle's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Just wondering if anybody has heard from UC Santa Barbara's Comp Lit program, other than the person who posted a rejection yesterday? I saw that post yesterday but haven't heard anything myself or seen anything on my portal, so of course I'm getting anxious ? Sending encouragement to all!! -
Life writing?
icedwithoatmilk replied to icedwithoatmilk's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Ah thanks!! I just sent in my application so I'll definitely reach out if I hear something good back! I've def seen what you're saying about bigger programs not being in the US... -
Life writing?
icedwithoatmilk replied to icedwithoatmilk's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Hmm yeah it's interesting you mention the UK because I also feel like it's less common of a subfield in the US than the rest of the Anglophone world. But alas. CUNY is a good one! It's hard because some places will have like one person working on autobio, or a couple people working on it but as part of a bigger period/area specialization. And I feel like that's not that helpful unless they are also really engaging with theoretical issues around life writing, not just using life writing to answer particular questions about a period/area, do you know what I mean? -
How can I list my published translation in the resume?
icedwithoatmilk replied to Gingerbread_bearrrr's question in Questions and Answers
I have a separate section called "writing and translations" that lists non-academic (but still intellectual or literary work. I don't think you should worry about a resume being short in this context. It should be a fairly comprehensive CV, from what I understand- 1 reply
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Is anyone else primarily interested in life writing? I'm surprised how many departments have no one or just one person working on life writing or auto/biography, and I'd really like to keep it a focus for me-- I'm definitely applying to Hawaii but want to make sure I'm not missing any other obvious choices. If you also work on life writing, where are you applying/do you attend?
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icedwithoatmilk replied to jadeisokay's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I also saw that with Penn State... it seems like in past years, though, acceptances came over a week or two, so I'm sure there are still some. Doesn't help with the waiting by the computer though ? -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to jadeisokay's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
There was actually no change to my portal, I just got an email. I've seen on the results page that some acceptances are still coming in today, so I'm still rooting for you! -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to jadeisokay's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I'm sure people are so tired of this type of question, but has anybody yet to hear from UC Riverside? I haven't heard anything, despite all the rejections and acceptances a couple weeks back. Thanks -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to jadeisokay's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I got an email today from CUNY that I am waitlisted. Hope you and the other CUNY tea leaf-readers got okay news too!! -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to jadeisokay's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Hi! I am just wondering how typical you all think it is to inquire about the status of one's application? I kind of want to for a couple of schools where I've seen both acceptances and rejections posted, and I know that some people do so, but I don't want to be bothersome or seem impatient. But is it normal/no big deal just to ask? -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to jadeisokay's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
Trying to not let myself get too hopeful about it, but ah well. Fingers crossed for you, too! -
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icedwithoatmilk replied to jadeisokay's topic in Literature, and Rhetoric and Composition
I've been seeing some posts on the results page for CUNY English--does anyone's portal still just say submitted?