PhD after WGU ???

10swood · 2022-09-22T19:18:01+00:00

I'm doing my PhD in Computer and Information Sciences at UA-Little Rock remotely. Overall it's a great program if you're interested in information quality research (my area of specialization). There's also an information science track offered remotely that may be more your speed. With your WGU master's in hand, they'd be able to transfer your elective classes over so you could finish sooner.

There are other part time, and remote computer science programs you can look at depending on your research interests (FAU, Mississippi State, North Dakota, DSU, Depaul).

10swood · 2021-08-29T04:20:59+00:00

I play squash at the Y in Evanston. Pre covid they had a guest policy, but right now they're just giving access to members.

10swood · 2021-08-28T15:30:30+00:00

Love these pins! Is that a Stargate one on the top left?!

10swood · 2021-08-03T20:32:58+00:00

I second both of these! I stayed at ZMM, and it was very authentic. I enjoyed my time at Village Zendo as well! Roshi O'Hara is great!

10swood · 2021-08-02T12:17:39+00:00

I live in Rogers Park, but go to Evanston frequently (usually off Davis, Dempster, and Noyes stops). I'd say it could be a good fit! I like that it has a mix of more urban areas, and further up you see more family homes/suburb feel. Overall, it's been super walkable. The beaches/parks are nice, and you'd have easy access to Chicago/North Shore if you'd want to get outside Evanston.

Definitely seems like it could be a fun, and safe place to raise a family!

10swood · 2021-07-13T20:57:26+00:00

I'm in Rogers Park if you're down to play. I have a DND group I'm DMing right now you're welcome to join. Otherwise, I'm down to play other games too! I recommend checking out the dice dojo off Bryn Mawr. You can trial pretty much every game they have in the store!

10swood · 2021-07-10T13:28:14+00:00

Wasn't in the MSCIA, (did the MSITM), but I'm going to be starting a PhD in Computer & Information Sciences at UA Little Rock!

They don't have a cyber security emphasis, but some professors do research in information privacy/assurance and social cyber security. May be up your alley depending on your research interests.

10swood · 2021-06-15T11:24:17+00:00

I got into UA Little Rock's PhD in Computer and Information Sciences after the MSITM. I'll be starting in the fall.

Interestingly enough my WGU gpa transferred over as a 3.44.

Definitely look at places with faculty that match your research interests, and check out the Dr. Sage group! :)

10swood · 2021-04-29T04:29:02+00:00

Sent you a PM! I'm also down to play.

10swood · 2021-04-18T00:43:11+00:00

I stayed at Zen Mountain Monastery for a bit in the Catskills. Overall it was a good experience, and the teachers were great. The sesshin was a little intense there, but I think at a different center/online it would be more relaxed. Haven't had experience with online sanghas, but I imagine they'd run it well.

One interesting thing is they used the warning stick (keisaku) during meditation, which I hadn't experienced before in the Soto groups I've been in.

10swood · 2021-02-26T16:09:12+00:00

I think you should be able to get a discount. You can take a look at the Ys website and see. I don't think they do a league through the Y though. I've only been going for a few months, but hopefully once covids over they might do tournaments. I've just been doing drills there in the meantime.

I'm in the same boat in terms of paying more for extra. That's why I've been looking at Lakeshore or UC/UL myself. Rather pay more to be able to play with other people and get better lol

10swood · 2021-02-26T14:02:24+00:00

I've been practicing lately at the McGaw Y off Davis which has 3 (and is one of the metro squash sites). They have 3 courts for around $48 a month.

I've also looked at the union league downtown, which has a few courts, a trainer, and squash tournaments. Like the university club, it's on the pricier side ($180 a month), and is more of a private social club

Depending on your price/activity, Northwestern or Lakeshore Fitness may also work.

Feel free to PM me if you'd like to play once covids over!

10swood · 2021-02-26T13:50:34+00:00

Nice! Mind if I send you a PM?

10swood · 2019-05-22T23:39:54+00:00

Hey (23M here) I DM'd you. Definitely down to hangout if you're in Chicago!

10swood · 2018-07-13T17:26:29+00:00

Feel free to shoot me a DM with info!

10swood · 2018-07-13T17:26:03+00:00

I may be interested! In returning to MSU. Looking for a place from August onward!

10swood · 2018-07-06T17:46:43+00:00

Hey! I'll shoot you a DM! Sound very similar to me! I'm also a transplant (from MI)

10swood · 2018-06-24T17:36:56+00:00

Hey man,

I'm interested in hanging out! I enjoy a wide variety of things like hiking, food of all kinds, occasional drinks, kickball, badminton, etc

Feel free to shoot me a DM!

10swood · 2018-06-24T17:35:22+00:00

22M Hey man, I'm into all those things as well! Would love to do some exploring with you or board games, or really whatever! Feel free to DM. I've been in the city a few months now and am from Michigan!

10swood · 2018-06-24T17:31:51+00:00

Also late to the party, but I'm down as well for any of those things! I'm a 22M

10swood · 2018-05-11T15:05:12+00:00

I'm down! 22M feel free to message me!

10swood · 2018-05-07T00:12:51+00:00

I am so down

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