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Juliane M

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  1. You should definitely do what is right for your mental health. Your family, boyfriend, and staff want the best for you and only you know what that is. You have your entire life ahead of you, and there is no rush to have a doctorate right after undergrad. Think of the two options: staying in school or taking an absence of leave. When you put yourself in each situation, which do you feel more comfortable with or feel like a weight is lifted from your shoulders? I really wish you luck. Maybe tonight you should turn off your computer and cell phone, drink a big coffee, and get to work as hard as you can in the small amount of time that you have. Just put yourself to work and remember that you are only four weeks in and will be able to redeem yourself easier. At least for tonight, think about your assignment and nothing else. Those bigger issues may be giving you more anxiety than necessary. I have dealt with anxiety in the past, and it's rough. Just take things little by little. Good luck, I mean it
  2. I'm impressed with Sussex University's international development programs, but I have never spoken to someone who is an ID student there. Does anyone know any information about these programs at Sussex?
  3. I'm from the US. If I were to study my master's abroad (international development) in England for example, what would be my networking opportunities? Would I really have that much of a hard time finding a job in the US, specifically the East coast (DC, NYC)? I'd love to hear advice or personal experience.
  4. Thanks for your responses. I'm currently serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in Peru, and will start applying for grad schools this fall to attend in fall of 2012.
  5. Yeah, it is a master's degree. And i agree with you about the stigma.
  6. I found a really great grad school program through the University of British Columbia called Adult Education and Global Change. This really interests me, and it's the only program I've seen of its kind. One thing, though--it's online. Does anyone know how an online grad degree would look to future employers? Is it taken as seriously? Or would they even know the degree was obtained online?
  7. OH, I forgot something. I'd say a con is that State is in the middle of nowhere. To go shopping, we'd go to Tuscaloosa, AL (45 minutes), Birmingham, AL (2 hrs), or Tupelo, MS (1 hr). A pro is that we have awesome bands and artists come to State. Zac Brown Band, Amos Lee, Gavin DeGraw, and many others! I'd say average cost for an apartment (2-4 bedrooms) in Starkville is between $300 and $400 a month. Living in the Cotton District is more costly. I lived in the Highlands and paid $300 (I think i'm remembering correctly) for rent every month plus $40 for utilities.
  8. I graduated from State last spring with a degree in Marketing. Starkville has a downtown that we call the Cotton District. It's very quaint, with a fair share of bars and delicious restaurants. In Starkville, you can find a bagel shop, Italian, Mexican, Greek, and Peruvian food, sushi, BBQ, and plenty of delis. The Cotton District is mostly inhabited by college students, with a small mix of retired alumni. There are a couple night clubs in Starkville, but it's not ideal for the crazy, going out scene. Apart from the Cotton District, the rest of Starkville is on Highway 12, a long road with restaurants and businesses. Starkville has a movie theatre, make-your-own-pottery, various shopping opportunities (no mall), and a wide variety of churches. The campus is 2nd-largest in the US, right after Michigan State. What a beautiful, open campus it is! There is a great shuttle system that will bring you all over campus, but the majority of classes are centrally located around what we call the Drill Field. Campus is ideal for throwing the frisbee, walking a pet, exercising, playing tennis and other sports, and just hanging out. It's extremely green with lots of fresh flowers. We have a well-stocked Barnes and Noble bookstore. The Student Union has a variety of restaurants from Starbucks to Chick-fil-A to pizza to sushi and more. The MSU bakery has a delicious array of cookies and desserts, and MS State is famous for their home-made ice cream and variety of cheese. Parking isn't the best on campus, so it's always good to show up early for class. But rumors are that they're building a parking garage! The vast majority of students live off-campus. I'd check out The Links, College Station, 21 Apartments, and Highlands Plantation. The Links and Highlands are further away from campus, but only by a few minutes. 21 Apartments is within walking distance and so is College Station. I've had friends live in all of them, and they liked them. There are plenty of housing options. As far as the campus and faculty, it feels like a small school! It is, after all, called The People's University. I've never felt so at home away from home! The faculty are willing to help and treat you like an individual. Southern hospitality is a wonderful thing =) I'd be GLAD to answer any more questions y'all have!! I LOVED my experience at State and miss it every single day. I hope y'all love it, too!
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