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Yep, I know, hence the tough decision. But I think studying gender with a concentration in developing countries (if I study this at all) is better for me than vice versa. IDS is something I really, really enjoy studying while WS/feminism is something I identify with and just love. Damn I feel like a cheesball. Anyway, thanks again! I get anxious and excited whenever I think about grad school, which is why this site is so bittersweet.

And here I was thinking that the world revolves around me. Really needed to read all of this. Thanks guys! @studentaffairs Sometimes I forget that professors are human; sometimes I think they are donkeys. Hehehoho @Mal Well, your story-purging method is working quite well! I'm actually applying to women's studies programs. I was debating for a while and ultimately decided to perish in this field, though I've got to admit reading your story makes me want to reconsider. Your posts should come with a trigger warning...

I needed that. You are seriously the best. On a sidenote, my major (double, really, but same same) is also IDS. Go us. I'm afraid of rejection. I know I should get over it, but if a professor says 'no' to my request I'll be disheartened, especially since I have such few potentials on my list. And I think I will contact my CC prof. if it comes down to it, seeing that you've had an ultimately positive experience. No shame! But, seriously, thank you!

Hi all, So I'm applying this fall (at least, that is the plan) and everything is running smoothly, except... I have no potential professor-recommenders. Naturally, I am freakin' out sort of a bit, kind of a lot. I transferred from a community college so my contact with professors at my current school has been limited, especially since I was busy getting adjusted the first few quarters. But enough with the excuses right? Right!!! Be aggressive! I don't know what to do. I assume there's not much I CAN do since I've run out of time to get to know the professors here. I have considered postponing my app, but it would really suck if these letters (or lack thereof) were keeping me from applying this year. I can ask my employer, which I don't mind at all, but that still leaves me with two I need. I was contemplating over whether or not I should contact a community college professor that had once written a rec for me, but it's been a while so... I highly don't doubt I'm off his radar, though I don't mind doing a little rekindling "haaaaay professor." Anyway. I also heard that CC professors' recs are generally a no-no, but if I have no other choice I'd settle. Or maybe not. What do you guys think? I just need a bit-o reassurance. Or rebukism. Whichever. Merci beaucoup

Just wanted feedback from those of you who have applied and know the process. I am applying next Fall for various grad programs but wanted to study abroad during that time. I will have access to the internet and everything, but don't know whether or not it'll be a good/bad idea to go through the process while overseas. I imagine it would be a bit difficult (i.e. contacting my professors for LORs)... but not impossible (I can do things via interwebs) Any thoughts? Tips? Thanks