ShesSoLovely
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Women's Studies 2011
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Thanks for your input! It sounds like you have made a great decision and that you'll be very happy there! That's wonderful. I didn't realize that, for me, deciding between programs would be the hardest part of this process. I feel like I'm close to a decision now, especially after getting some good feedback here and elsewhere. Which makes me think...I wish there was a venue or outlet that those of us who will be in Women's and Gender studies doctoral programs could have to stay connected with each other and support one another as I've seen here. I know there is a NWSA graduate student group but I am not sure if they are active or what they have done previously. Anyway...Best of luck to you!
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Coffee, (and anyone else who's decided!), I'm in the midst of deciding between 2 programs, and I'm very torn. I'm wondering if there is anything you could share about how you made your decision. What helped you the most? Did you visit? Did you meet the faculty? Was it the funding? I'd really appreciate the help!
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Indiana University Bloomington
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Is anyone out there visiting U of Arizona's recruitment weekend this week? I'm very interested to meet others in the programs I was accepted to because collegiality with those in my cohort is as important a consideration for me in choosing my program as is the location (and second only to good "fit" with and mentorship from faculty).
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I think only you can know the answer--and my writing what you have, above, you're already well on the way to your answer. I feel strongly that it is an absolute MUST to commit to the program that is the best "fit" all around...not the biggest name, but the program that will give you the most support so that you achieve what is most important--reaching your career goals. That is absolutely the pivotal end goal, and no particular university's "name" is going to help you in your career if you can't finish or succeed at what you started. Best of luck to you; it sounds like you have some really exciting decisions to make! Go with what your gut is telling you...maybe that's hard for a scientist.