VIGRE

[baimeeker]

Hey... anyone else been offered a first year VIGRE fellowship anywhere? I was offered two of them, but I'm not sure whether I should be thinking about getting a stab at TAing first. Also, what are the requirements at your program? I have one that wants me to attend extra seminars and one saying there are no extra requirements for first year VIGRE students.

Also, for anyone who may have had this in the past, what about your experiences? Did you feel connected with other students, or were there jealousy issues?

[Sun]

Yes, I have been offered a VIGRE Fellowship, and I don't know a lot about it myself, but there are certain expectations (not necessarily requirements) that go with it. For example, I am expected to get familiar with someone's research in the second semester, to get involved in some organizations, and to pass my qualifying exams at the end of my first year. About getting a stab at TAing first - I feel like you will always have time for that since the Fellowship covers only first year.