Stony Brook

[dirkduck]

It doesn't look like Stony Brook has it's own thread, so here we go! They are the one program from which I have heard nothing nor seen any word from anyone else this season. Does anyone have any news whatsoever?

[Tritonetelephone]

None whatsoever. They notified me by email on 2/29 last year. I think they're just running slower this time, like so many other programs. Maybe we'll hear next week! *Fingers crossed*

[dirkduck]

Well I just received a postal rejection from Stony Brook. The letter said that they received around 100 applications for a new cohort of less than 5. Good luck Tritone and anyone else who applied!

[Tritonetelephone]

Sorry to hear that, dirkduck! But "less than 5"??? Holy crap, that sucks. I know last year, they said "less than 8" on my letter. But they ended up enrolling more than they intended, so I thought it might be smaller. But 5?! Jeez...

[Tritonetelephone]

Does anyone think it would be worthwhile to visit SBU (just to see the place and meet Kimmel), even if it's extraordinarily unlikely that I'll enroll w/o funding?

[ewurgler]

Are they kicking in anything for the travel costs?

[Tritonetelephone]

Does anyone think it would be worthwhile to visit SBU (just to see the place and meet Kimmel), even if it's extraordinarily unlikely that I'll enroll w/o funding?

Are they kicking in anything for the travel costs?

I haven't asked yet, but I sincerely doubt it. I was thinking of stopping by on my way home from UMass, if I go. My dad might cover the cost.

[ewurgler]

If it is not going to cost you a whole lot, it could be fun.

I have enjoyed my visits so far. Additionally, it may be a good way to get info on other programs

They usually ask you where else you are looking at, and then give their two cents about the various programs. If you like Kimmel, he may have very useful info about the other programs you are considering. Since they aren't paying your way, there would be no ethical issue here, in my opinion.