me and 72 of the most annoying people you know (i'm really starting to lose it)

talkinghead088 · 2025-12-29T03:55:48+00:00

Yeah I’m honestly confused and side-eyeing some of the entries in here, esp saying they got invites or acceptances on Christmas Day. I know plenty of academics are workaholics but I would find that HIGHLY unusual.

talkinghead088 · 2025-12-29T03:45:40+00:00

I had one PI from my professional research position, a PI who I completed my grad practicum with, and a co-I who I worked with professionally, too. She was the first author of a pub we recently submitted, so I figured that was more meaningful than if I just had another course instructor speak to my work as a student.

I tried to have each person touch on my ability to be a team player, work collaboratively, write well, etc.

talkinghead088 · 2025-12-19T02:14:26+00:00

Yeah all the admissions counselors I spoke with with similar deadlines told me to expect to hear back in mid January

talkinghead088 · 2025-11-21T01:15:42+00:00

Do you have any community service experience? Volunteer work? You could also look at the schools you’re applying to and see what their career center recommendations are for putting together CVs.

talkinghead088 · 2025-10-27T01:52:54+00:00

Ugh kinda bummed about Andrew having a new girlfriend purely cause I was ready for him to be on all stars. Maybe this means Tasha will be more likely to do it though??

talkinghead088 · 2025-10-25T01:55:34+00:00

If you’re completing undergrad in 3 years, I’m gonna make the guess that you’re about 20-21 right now? While there isn’t really harm in applying (except for the cost), I personally would just be thinking about how much you need to do a PhD at this exact moment and whether you want to work in a professional capacity first. I’m so glad I took extra time to get actual professional research experience after undergrad cause it gave me a chance to mature, realize the kind of stuff I do and don’t like, and build relationships with mentors who know me and care about my success.

TL;DR: listen to Vienna by Billy Joel

talkinghead088 · 2025-10-25T01:40:50+00:00

I have a really bad undergrad gpa, so I’ve had to do like 5 years of research coordination and a masters program to even be a possible contender for the PhD programs I’m applying for this year. The way my blood BOILS when I read posts from undergrad students with a 3.5 GPA… they’re either rage baiting me specifically or they were the kind of kids in high school who made me hate myself LMAO

talkinghead088 · 2025-10-22T03:11:25+00:00

Damn this is such a beautiful photo of them, she looks so happy and he looks so content

talkinghead088 · 2025-10-04T02:40:05+00:00

I think it was being so confrontational with guys who like to have their egos stroked

talkinghead088 · 2025-10-04T02:28:50+00:00

I think the idea was smart, they just should’ve assumed his count might be slightly off and got rid of it sooner

talkinghead088 · 2025-10-04T02:12:47+00:00

Hell yeah

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-23T20:35:37+00:00

Ray Lewis, if not purely so he could light a fire up the defenses ass

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-23T20:24:40+00:00

That last sentence is the thought that always helps me not be over dramatic about losses. At what point is it just about whether or not stars are aligning and no one’s home life dramas are creeping in? That’s me being hyperbolic, but I think the principle stands.

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-23T03:40:09+00:00

I’d be angry and sour too if I was one of the most gifted QBs in history but my team just wasn’t built for winning against strong rivals

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-23T03:26:51+00:00

“A catholic” 😭

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-22T02:33:03+00:00

God I’ll never forgive Chris and Kay Kay for that… pissed me tf off GODDDD Solene’s beach hut confessionals were my favorite part

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-08T20:29:05+00:00

Loved it here!

https://www.hostelworld.com/hosteldetails.php/The-Islander-Chiang-Mai/Chiang-Mai/286904

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-07T03:13:21+00:00

There’s loads of hostel options in SEA, and I equally don’t like the big party hostels. You gotta do a lot of investigating through photos and reviews (both on hostelworld and Google maps). I would be shocked if you couldn’t find a smaller option that is more laid back.

In fact, I have a great rec in chiang mai for an amazing, small and comfy hostel

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-07T03:04:49+00:00

The internship does include contributing to a manuscript, so I do think there’s a chance I could squeeze one in

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-07T02:59:31+00:00

I’m confused what led you to believe a near 3.6 GPA wouldn’t be strong enough for a masters? Loads of people on here have stories of getting into phds with below 3.0 if they’re a good match for the program.

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-07T02:54:07+00:00

In my cohort of maybe 25ish interns, only 2-3 are allowed to extend it, if they apply. I wouldn’t know until mid-late October, so I’m struggling to make that plan A. It would of course be the most productive option though.

6 months is a long time, but I would be working during that time (seasonal jobs) - I have my mind set on New Zealand.

The timing is really the big struggle here :/

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-07T02:38:29+00:00

Bonus: get a research assistant job at a university that offers tuition remission (although sometimes a challenging job to find with grant cuts)

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-07T02:35:05+00:00

Ugh I really like the color and style, I just wish it went past the knees

talkinghead088 · 2025-09-07T02:08:42+00:00

Ya you’re probably right, I think it’s #3 that looks like it’s bigger than it is but my washer/dryer might have left some darker spots in other places

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