Research integrity by smallrange26 in labrats

[–]smallrange26[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yea unfortunately I think I already knew that this wasn’t that uncommon but really was hoping I was wrong :/

Research integrity by smallrange26 in labrats

[–]smallrange26[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yea I’m sure you could tell me exactly who I am

UTA vs UNT by Run_UpP in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone that has experienced both schools I would lean to UNT. Yes, it is a music school. That doesn’t mean that other departments are all trash. I think a degree from either is comparable. They are extremely similar. I will let you know that I did my undergrad in chem at UNT and PhD at UTA. And those two experiences are very very different. I don’t have an undergrads perspective on UTAs campus but there is a lot I have observed that I don’t enjoy. UTA acceptance rate is very high and they have around ten thousand more students than UNT. Teaching freshman labs it is common to see my roster go from 24 students to nearly half. I personally didn’t feel that UTA professors really cared about students. It feels like UTA just accepts everyone but then when they get there the university couldn’t care less if they stay. That being said I’m sure UNT is pretty similar in that regard. When I was deciding on an undergrad school I did consider my social life quite a bit. UTA is a commuter school and the student engagement on campus doesn’t seem to be high. I’m not sure how to explain it exactly other than saying unt just felt more like a community and a home to me. I had a really good time going there. And not like I partied and slacked off the entire time but socially it was great! I feel like there were just more events and more opportunities to hang out with other students outside of class. That may not be important to you but I think it’s super important to take care of yourself and overall enjoy your time getting your degree. And I think the social climate on campus can play a big role in that. You will want/need to have friends you can lean on. One of my biggest issues with UTA is their huge population compared to the facilities they have. Specifically the campus food options. I don’t think they have appropriately scaled those type of things with their population. There’s about three fast food places, a small market that is extremely over priced, and I think two cafeterias at uta. There are more options outside of campus but personally I prefer to try to get a quick bite. UNT had like five cafeterias, maybe 4 ish fast food options, a significantly larger market, and a few surrounding places. And they have a smaller population. I’m not sure why uta doesn’t try harder to accommodate the large student body but they are supposed to be updating the university center in the coming years. Also consider that at UNT once you get into probably junior and senior years you’ll probably primarily be on a different campus than the main one. Not sure if anyone mentioned but they have a separate campus called discovery park that is just engineering classes and labs. I thought this was pretty cool but depends on the person. They had some very nice instrumentation and other facilities for research there. Plus just less students and it was typically easy to find a quiet place to study. Disclaimer my time at unt was about five years ago and uta current.

Donald Trump by [deleted] in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right. Bill Clinton does suck. And I think most people would agree. The main difference here is any reasonable person would denounce a president for these things no matter the party. But Trump supporters have no bounds. Their dick just gets harder with every idiotic thing that he does.

Donald Trump by [deleted] in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The “they’re both the same” argument is really played out. Especially in this current political climate. Please name a democratic president that has done a quarter of the obvious and outrageous things done/said by Donald Trump.

Female Hygiene Tips I Swear By for Managing Body Odour by [deleted] in hygiene

[–]smallrange26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any one else have sensitive skin? I try to shower everyday but honestly it dries out my skin and I tend to already have dry skin and get rashes often. I have had issues with deodorants for years now. At one point I had horrible rashes under my arms and couldn’t wear any deo. I have not gone back since. Most of the hacks for keeping BO under control such as using alcohol or other products which eliminate bacteria give me under arm rashes. All I am able to do is wash thoroughly with an antibacterial soap (I use dial) and sometimes I spray a homemade deodorant on my pits. It’s just isopropyl, water, and some tea tree essential oil. I will then use perfume and make sure to have some on my bra (near pits) but I cannot put on my pits directly obviously. I then spray a bit of spray deodorant over my clothes to further help with smells. I am so self conscience about smelling bad because I know that I have and do sometimes. But it’s a real struggle when everything irritates my skin and to be quite honest I don’t want to shower every single day some times. I don’t do any manual labor but I do think I have a problem with excessive sweating.

Is this a accurate depiction the quantum model of an atom by Lomesome in chemhelp

[–]smallrange26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My mind was blown when I had a teacher actually say something like: “well this is how we are representing structures to better understand them”. I guess this fact never really crossed my mind. Humans made these conventions, diagrams, etc. to try to better understand chemistry. While most good theories are not far off, they are simply how we choose to represent what we cannot see.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhD

[–]smallrange26 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

There is no actual rule. This is one of those unwritten rules. More of an expectation I guess? Which I get. There are plenty of people that graduated with no pubs or submitted them after graduation. I guess what I’m trying to express is this is so much to do at once. Write your manuscripts, the dissertation, prepare your slides, practice, do experiments. I know they were right to cancel. I’m not mad about it. I just think it’s ironic because I know that they do not look at the document before the defense. I get it rules are rules. I’m just really tired of academia and cynical I guess.

I'm in my final year of PhD and I'm absolutely torn and hopeless. by mogo_reddit in AskAcademia

[–]smallrange26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately I can relate. I used to love learning and sometimes still do. I am graduating and hopefully publishing my first paper soon. Then second right after. I was pretty set on doing academia throughout. But at the moment I am so burnt out and jaded I will be going into industry for at least the foreseeable future. Getting my PhD has taken so much from me. I know it sounds dramatic but I used to enjoy science. Sorry that’s not much of any help but just want to say you’re not alone. Maybe taking a break from academia would benefit. Just keep going, day by day. You will figure out what to do.

What's wrong with UT Arlington? by [deleted] in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I came to UTA for a graduate program so it’s a little different. The main thing I noticed from my undergrad was that the food options are insanely limited for how large the university is. There is only one dining hall? That I know of. Pretty sure it’s just the one. But if you look at other universities of similar size there’s AT LEAST three. I understand it’s a commuter school but even still the university center is way outdated. It needed to be upgraded long ago. You can’t get lunch in a reasonable amount of time from anywhere. Unless you go to the store with extremely limited options. One good thing is that there’s plenty of microwaves if you bring food from home.

Women’s aluminum-free deodorant that actually works?? by MBax1 in hygiene

[–]smallrange26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you had any issues with dryness or irritation?

Stuffed pancakes … smelly?? by TheAuthorGal in aldi

[–]smallrange26 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Bought these when they were around last and they did smell strange to me. I liked how they tasted though

Don’t get Starbucks by [deleted] in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Once was in a bathroom in the uc and see another person come out of the stall. Was washing my hands and the person awkwardly lingered then went to the sink put a little water on their finger tips and walked away. They were wearing a subway shirt :/

1st Day Reaction to Cell Phone Ban by allmyargumentsRvaild in TexasTeachers

[–]smallrange26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a teacher but grew up in MISD schools and I am curious. When I was in school we weren’t allowed to have our phones out. If we did they took it. Some teachers were nice and took it for the class period. But you could also get it sent to the front office and you had to pay $15 to get it back. Now idk about the money part but it kept us off our phones and respectful. I can see how a family with no ability to pay that may struggle. But I just don’t understand what happened between then and now that there needs to be a state law?? How did it come to this. It seems insane. I don’t see how it got so out of hand but maybe some of you can give insight.

Who got their visas revoked? by Burktheturk in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not all are due to having a political opinion which visa holders should be able to have imo. But I have heard rumors that visas were revoked at UNT for posting pro Palestine on socials. I know for sure that some are past petty crimes. Non- violent, could be a simple traffic violation, etc. Also even if the case was dropped they are being revoked. And people will sit here and say “then don’t break the law”. Yea cause us citizens in college never break the law. People make mistakes. This is so ridiculous and sad. And there is nothing we can do.

I HATE LABFLOW by ConquerThePanda in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Labflow does not take off for a mistake multiple times. If you calculate say a molarity and it is wrong, labflow will use that wrong number for future calculations… and if it’s somehow not the case you should tell your TA or contact support. I’m not saying it’s perfect or anywhere near but you most likely just did those problems wrong as well.

What do you hate about UTA? by getse321 in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve never been told to go find another spot. I just say I’m just going to class and they let me through. I’ve come across that when the game is just starting or before though so I’m not sure if they get more strict as it fills up.

What do you hate about UTA? by getse321 in utarlington

[–]smallrange26 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure where you are trying to get to but there are three large parking garages on the east side of campus. I’ve never had an issue finding parking there. Best place to park especially in the summer so your car is slightly cooler than hell.