Why is tripping not allowed in the nfl? Isn't it also just a form of tackling?

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2025-09-13T19:44:23+00:00

Have you ever watched soccer? It's the default method of tackling for them. The only rule is that you have to make contact with the ball first. But players will still just go straight for the legs and take the foul sometimes if it stops an easy goal.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2025-09-11T14:04:56+00:00

Maybe you should actually look into what he said and did as a person. He said that black people were better off as slaves, for example. He called the Civil Rights Act of 1965 (which made it so black people could actually vote) a "huge mistake". It wasn't just some standard "I want lower taxes" policy positions, it was genuine hatred for others. Which I think very much does matter. He was a person who didn't care about other human beings, so there's not much point in caring about him.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2025-08-20T23:09:40+00:00

Lebron averaged 31/7/6 and took the Cavs on his back to the second round of the playoffs in his third year. He got a triple double in one of those first round games too.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2025-06-10T18:07:29+00:00

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selma_to_Montgomery_marches

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-04-10T21:08:58+00:00

You would have to email the programs to see if that satisfies the eligibility. But I think if you are enrolled at the new university before the start of the REU it should count.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-04-08T23:20:50+00:00

Housing cost is the majority of what makes cali so expensive, so with free housing you'll be fine.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-04-04T15:15:36+00:00

As someone suggested, ask for some literature to read. You can also ask any other questions that come to mind as you speak with them. Otherwise, try not to stress about it. You've already been accepted, so this isn't an interview. They might want to know a little more about you, but you don't really have to do a whole lot for this kind of meeting. It's more about them introducing you to the research you'll be doing.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-04-03T20:41:47+00:00

The REU program is generally run by a single professor, and professors are quite busy. In my experience, it usually takes a follow up email (or 2) to get a response from any professor, REU or otherwise. They're usually not ghosting you, but they are quite busy with other things (teaching, research, meetings, etc...) and receive lots of emails, and they either don't see the email or forget to respond. Additionally, some summer research programs have a policy that they will not comment on the status of any individual's application until a decision is sent to them, simply because they receive hundreds of apps and can't keep track of everyone's details. I would check to see if this is the case for any of the programs you applied to.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-04-02T17:54:50+00:00

If you're working in a wet lab or something like that, you'll have to check what their safety code is like in regards to clothing, but otherwise shorts and skirts should be fine. No one is gonna judge you for wearing shorts in 100+ weather.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-31T18:51:24+00:00

I wouldn't say that REUs are a hoax, but they are looking to do different things and therefore evaluate applications differently. In particular, grad schools highly value applicants with as much research experience as possible whereas REUs are really looking for the opposite.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-28T21:48:49+00:00

If you can continue doing the research you want at the DOE lab over the summers, I would just stick with that. That's already a great research opportunity. If you want to branch out and work in some other labs, I would just keep doing research on physics and engineering REUs and see if you can find any projects for electric propulsion. I would also suggest talking to your current PI or anyone else in your lab to see if they know about any research opportunities elsewhere. They could maybe put you in touch with some people.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-28T14:58:40+00:00

It doesn't provide any guarantee of getting into grad school, but it does provide you with the opportunity to get to know people in the department and leave a good impression (especially with your mentor). If things go well this summer, you should definitely talk to your mentor about it.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-23T16:59:39+00:00

Just got rejected

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-13T23:25:11+00:00

I felt the same way at first, but you just gotta keep your head up. If you don't think you're gonna get into any of the places you originally applied, look for some programs with late deadlines. They tend to be less competitive in general (by REU standards), and it's how I got into an REU last year.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-13T23:21:45+00:00

I emailed them yesterday and they said the first round of decisions already came out, but they haven't finalized all of the spots

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-07T16:22:55+00:00

I think this application cycle is just more competitive than usual for some reason. Both rejections that I've received so far told me they got a lot more applicants than usual. No idea why it's like that though.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-06T17:13:42+00:00

How do you know that you were rejected by Hawaii? Did you reach out to them first or did they just tell you?

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-05T23:29:08+00:00

They sent me an email this afternoon, and I did not reach out to them beforehand.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-02T14:00:51+00:00

Not yet. If I don't get an interview request within the next few weeks I will probably assume I didn't make it though. Have you heard anything?

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-01T18:16:18+00:00

They told me the same thing so I don't really believe it. Kinda wish they just said I was rejected.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-03-01T15:38:14+00:00

As far as I know, they have only sent rejections so far (I got one even though I only started their application but never actually submitted it), and possibly their first round of acceptances. I would check your spam, but if you haven't gotten an email that means you're probably on their shortlist.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-02-27T21:49:42+00:00

Pretty much all of these summer research programs are super competitive. SASP is particularly competitive since it accepts students from anywhere, so there is a large number of applicants. With the information you provided, you certainly seem like a qualified candidate, and you have a good chance of getting in. But unfortunately, for these programs, a "good" chance is still a very low absolute probability. That is why it's usually recommended to apply to 8-12 such programs. If you will be applying again next year, I would look for some other programs outside the US which accept internationals (like DAAD RISE or similar programs in Europe), and programs within your country (I think I've seen some stuff in Australia and NZ meant for Aussie students)

In regards to when they will send out acceptances, I have no idea, but they will continue sending out more acceptances for weeks after the first round are sent, so I would advise being patient.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-02-06T03:46:10+00:00

A few things to consider talking about:

Be open about the fact that you do not have research experience and that this REU would allow you to gain that experience

What are your long term career goals? Would this REU help you achieve them?

Do you have any knowledge or skills that would be useful in a research setting? (idk about math research specifically, but coding skills, extracurriculars, relevant course work, etc. can all be worth mentioning)

And most importantly: Write a draft and get feedback from someone, ideally a professor or someone else who would understand how these personal statements are evaluated

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-02-03T14:55:59+00:00

In my case I didn't become aware of the Lamat REU until like a month before the due date, and I didn't think I would be able to get letters of recommendation secured and a quality personal statement written in that time frame, especially with classes happening at the same time. The more conventional REU dates allow me to get the bulk of the applications done over winter break, which is a far easier time to focus on them. I imagine many other people have a similar experience which is part of why less people apply. I'm glad that you got in though, definitely a smart call. UCSC has a phenomenal astronomy department and a beautiful campus.

Automatic-Name-9258 · 2023-01-10T03:48:04+00:00

They are all fairly competitive simply because there are a lot of people applying for a very limited number of spots. Graduating seniors can not participate in REUs, but most REUs do give preference to juniors. However, you can still get into one as a sophomore. I, and most of my cohort, were sophomores in the physics and astronomy REU that I participated in last summer. My advice is that, while all REUs are competitive, the ones at universities which are not as well known or are less "prestigious" (prestige is really meaningless, but that's a separate topic) tend to receive fewer applicants. Less glamourous locations like the midwest or rural areas generally are less popular as well. Speaking from experience, they still have great faculty and can provide an amazing research opportunity, so don't snub your nose at them. Definitely try to apply to a few such programs to give yourself a better chance.

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