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  1. Today I don't feel like doing any-thing!

    1. gellert

      gellert

      you and me both.

    2. Zouzax

      Zouzax

      thats me every day!

  2. Aww. Yeah, I'm most definitely not there yet!
  3. sputnik: ORLY?

    Ya_Rly: YA RLY

    sputnik:______

    :)

  4. Hey cquin, sorry you feel discouraged. About the terminal MA program, I would get feedback from several different trusted others in your field - and then weigh it all out and see what feels right to you. That's what I did when I was trying to decide whether to apply to Masters programs in addition to PhDs. My field is psych, not English, but FWIW I'll share the feedback I got. Basically, several graduate students recommended it because they felt it game them a better sense of what they wanted to do - made them more prepared for their PhD programs and also felt it made them more competitive applicants. When I talked to one of my faculty mentors about it, she felt that since I ultimately want a PhD, applying to Masters was a waste. She said she felt that having a Masters did not significantly increase one's competitiveness, based on her experience on graduate admissions boards. Also, I learned that (at least for the programs I'm interested in) most units would not cross over...I wouldn't get to start part way through because I had a Masters. I wasn't previously aware of that. In the end, I decided I didn't want to do a Masters program because I felt it wasn't the best fit for me. I don't want to dissuade you from the offer; just sharing my experience. I know some people who had excellent experiences in Masters programs and are very happy they earned a Masters prior to starting their PhDs. That's what it comes down to - doing what you really want. Maybe after you talk to some mentors in your field you can get a better sense of things. I've also found that making a cost/benefit analysis can be very helpful - basically just listing all the pros and cons to each option. Waiting it out can definitely be its own downer. Even if you are not admitted this year, I hope your self-esteem and mood go back to feeling good soon. I think and HOPE that once the whole admissions process is over for everyone, our anxiety levels will go down and we can finally get some peace of mind. And of course, I hope that you are not rejected across the board.
  5. Anyone else accepted to and/or planning on attending UCR this Fall?
  6. Hi tolstoy, thanks for sharing this! We had a German Shepherd/Border Collie mix, Koko. She looked a lot like your Danny. Koko frequently "ra roo-ed" (we called it that because it sounded more like talking than the usual bark). Just curious, does Danny do that too? I saw Koko's likeness in Danny. I'm sure Danny is a good boy, and I hope he gives you many more years of "puppy love!"
  7. This is my golden boy, Mr. Bear. He loves people...and who could resist a smile like that?
  8. I like your question/think it is a good one. Maybe if you post this in the Lobby or another place where a lot of different people will see it, you will spark a more thorough discussion.
  9. I remember it was about 9am and I was brushing my teeth. I heard a "bing" from Outlook - new email. I rushed back to my computer, toothbrush in mouth. Before the popup window completely faded, I made out part of the email address...something about grad admissions. I felt my heart pounding as I opened the email. The first thing I read: "Congratulations." I ran to the front yard to tell my mom the good news. I ran past the landscaper, who gave me a funny look. Toothpaste was foaming around my mouth. In the excitement of it all, it never occurred to me to set the toothbrush down - or even take it out of my mouth! I approached my mom, who just so happened to be standing on the front lawn with a neighbor, talking about landscaping stuff. My mom spotted me, smiled, and said, "Nice look! What's up?" I said "I got in!" but it came out more like "uh buh gih" - like dental patient gibberish! While she said, "I'm not sure what you're saying," I swallowed and then exclaim "I GOT IN!" And even though I looked super funky and the neighbor lady had no idea what was going on, my mom started screaming "Whoo hoo!" and jumping up and down SO enthusiastically. You would have thought she'd won the lottery. Her reaction to the good news was almost as good as being accepted in the first place. Thanks, mom!
  10. If you have been blessed/had the good fortune of being accepted somewhere, please tell us what you were doing when you first found out the good news...and what you did RIGHT AFTER. (I have seen some people share this info randomly, but thought it would be fun to have it together in one place.)
  11. That does sound funny! I never come across any results posts like that! Can someone give me some search terms that will result in All My Children hilarity?
  12. Rejection letters have a reputation for being long and talking about how sad and hard it was to reject us. Acceptance letters are more like a brief: "Whoo hoo!" Consequently, I propose a switch! Rejection letters can stick with a simple: "Sorry, you didn't get in this year." Instead, spend the extra text on letters of acceptance- that go on and on to mention the positives of us and our applications.
  13. Last time I checked, the Results Section is not part of my application!
  14. No, you are not being a wuss. You have to decide what feels right to you. You are being a considerate fellow Gradcafe member. I have had 1acceptance and 2 rejections, and I posted them both soon after receiving them. I value the information I have learned through looking at the results, and feel that posting my results is one way to show my appreciation to previous cohorts and fellow hopefuls. It's true that reading the results *could* be bad for you...if you check obsessively and without salt. I've found that limiting the frequency I check results and reading with a grain of salt is 100% key to navigating results without agony. Like a previous poster said, things are not always what they seem. Sometimes we are fortunate and receive an acceptance despite being convinced that we have a rejection in store. Although, a lot of times information does lead us to the correct expectation. I truly believe the value of the results section is for information only, and for information that is not held on too tightly. It's a blessing that it's not just results; that we have Forums too. Inevitably we will be heartbroken and/or elated at one point or another, and this is a great place to find like-minded people to share a hug or high 5! P.S. Congrats on the 2 acceptances so far!
  15. The thank advice is really good! I completely forgot to thank my POI after the interview. About a week later, my dad asked me if I ever emailed Dr. Advisor to say thank you. At first I didn't want to; I felt embarrassed that maybe too much time had gone by, and that my POI would just take it as me reaching for info. Best advice ever. My POI said that it was good talking with me and, said they expected to have news out within the next few days. About a week later, I received my acceptance via email. I'm not saying that my "thank you" made all the difference, but it was certainly a good and useful thing to do. And as my dad says, "It's never a bad time to say thank you."
  16. and using techniques to resolve cognitive dissonance
  17. Thanks Medievalmaniac, I like these ideas! Anyone have an idea on thanking parents?
  18. I have considered it carefully, and I think I am ready to accept an offer, even though I have only heard back from 2/10 schools. Here is a little more background: After applying and while "waiting it out," I realized that I wasn't very interested in some of the schools I applied to after all...for reasons like I didn't want to be on the opposite coast of my family, I didn't know as much about a program as I thought I did, etc. Really, there are only about three schools that I am super interested in: A, B, and C (no official ranking implied in letter usage). I was admitted to A. I have good reason to believe I won't be admitted to B and C. And even if I were admitted to all of them, I think I would stick with A. Given this, I think I'm ready to go ahead and accept A's offer. I think it will really give me some peace of mind to officially accept the offer. My dilemma is that I don't want this to seem rash and I need to be sure I've considered everything. School A is a great fit with my research interests, I have worked with my advisor before, I know what projects I'll be working on, the grad students are looking forward to me potentially coming there, and I generally like the school. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? or Reason that I should wait to accept the offer?
  19. Thanks! Those are good card examples!
  20. This is a great point! Applying to graduate school can be expensive and exhausting. You will need motivation to make it through! And as a former psychology major undergrad and a soon to be psych PhD student, I can tell you that it is very competitive. I've had good friends with good applications not get accepted the first time around. For psych, I can't imagine that you could get around research completely. But if you're not a fan of research, I would say get an MA first. I know there are some psychology instructors at the local community college with Masters degrees. You're very wise to be aware that research is not for you. Being aware of that is a very positive step! So by all means, find what you love, and settle for nothing less!
  21. I work with children with disabilities. I will miss it when I start grad school. This job is one where I really get the rewarding feeling of making a difference.
  22. I like this idea, but how can I do it so that it looks sophisticated? I don't want my cards to turn out looking like they were made by little kids.
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