Hi all,
Does anyone know what the phrase "strict confidence until formal public announcement" really means? It says this on my letter - obviously I told my mom and close friends and supervisor right away, but now my department wants to make an announcement and I'm not sure if that's actually okay. I have no idea when this "formal public announcement" actually happens, but I'm pretty sure the results aren't much of a secret considering I have now received a letter from my graduate studies office as well. Anyone have any idea? Thanks!