peffy1962

Yes, I think there is something to be said for networking. My professors are all well-connected, but I myself am not. I think I am going to hedge my bets and contact the departments (politely of course!) to see if I can determine what aspects of my applications were weak. I'm waiting to hear back from one more school, but I'm not optimistic about it. I would definitely appreciate some feedback in case I decide to reapply in the future. As for my interests, I've only earned a B.A. so they're still coming into focus. In general, though, I'm predominately interested in media stardom and fandom (especially their evolution in the age of new media) and all things television. Judging by my performance in this application cycle, though, I may need to reconsider!

Yep, I heard from Northwestern and WashU yesterday - rejected from both. I am now 0/3 with 1 to go. I really don't get it. I think I'm going to have to blame it on the economy to maintain my sanity.

Anyone heard from Northwestern or WashU yet? I applied to Northwestern's Screen Cultures M.A./Ph.D. program and haven't heard anything yet, which doesn't bode well given that there was an interview weekend recently. I've still got my fingers crossed that I might at least be admitted to their M.A. program. As for WashU, I applied exclusively to the M.A. I'm just getting antsy, I guess! I've got one rejection so far (Wisconsin)... it's heightened the anxiety!