Was a Ph.D. thesis actually written on Hillary Clinton's hairdos? If so how do I get a copy?
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posted by fishtree
on Aug 5, 2009 -
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Help my friend get into a Canadian political science PhD program on his second try.
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posted by thisjax
on Jul 5, 2009 -
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I just failed my PhD quals for the second time and they're going to kick me out of the program. Now what?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 4, 2009 -
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Where do i find some of the top professors and researchers (in universities) doing Micro-Sociology (interaction or social mechanism based). This is the level of research that I wish to focus my research on, I just cant seem to find the researchers using that level of analysis. Also, are there some seminal texts in the micro sociology fields.
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posted by elationfoundation
on Jun 11, 2009 -
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I am getting a PhD in two years from a top research university. What I can I do now to help me get a job outside academia when I graduate?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 10, 2009 -
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My condition has slowly stopped me using the keyboard and mouse, and now the pen. I need some help thinking of ways to finish my PhD and to live somewhat of a normal life. Hive mind, what can shiny technology do for me?
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posted by Augenblick
on Jun 10, 2009 -
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I'll be starting a Ph.D. program in Classics in the fall. Protips requested---especially as regards the reading list.
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posted by Bromius
on Jun 2, 2009 -
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What starting salary can a recent graduate PhD in Mass Communication expect to make in the industry focusing on research (i.e., not teaching at a university)?
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posted by philrj
on May 17, 2009 -
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I'm at that point in my PhD where my experiment is (almost) up and running, so I have more free time to do other stuff. I've decided that writing a general introduction to my thesis will be less beneficial than trying to get a review article published.
How do I go about writing a review article, from the perspective of an unpublished graduate student?
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posted by doctor.dan
on May 16, 2009 -
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I am applying to (social psychology/Sociology) PhD programs this upcoming fall semester (5 months away). I know which programs (see: professors) I want to work with and I would like to present a writing sample that shows my interests and helps to make up for some of my academic shortcomings. Help Me Choose what type of writing to use.
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posted by elationfoundation
on May 13, 2009 -
4 answers
Will my Chemistry/science grades keep me from getting into a PhD program in a physical science?
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posted by anonymous
on May 7, 2009 -
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CyborgFilter: Do you know of a graduate program, or academic research lab, that offers a PhD related to cybernetics research?
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posted by Netzapper
on May 7, 2009 -
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I'm doing my comp. exam (also called doctoral exam here) this summer. This involves reading a whole bunch of books and articles (about 30), and writing a long paper that answers a few questions from my committee. I am looking for good note-taking methods.
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posted by ddaavviidd
on Apr 24, 2009 -
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University-etiquette filter: I received a great grant and would like to thank the professors who helped me through the rigorous application process. Is a good bottle of wine a proper choice?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 23, 2009 -
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So, it seems I'm changing vectors slightly, and taking up the challenge of getting a PhD in history. The problem? I did very little actual history classes as an undergrad and graduate student. I have until August to patch holes in my knowledge....help!
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posted by strixus
on Apr 21, 2009 -
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I am looking for cross-disciplinary graduate/phd course in web technology. More specifically, relating to societal use of web from a global perspective. My goal is to become an expert in use of web based technologies in developing countries (which involves computer use, censorship, etc.). So far, what I have found is STS (science, technology and society) which sounds perfect, but from what I have seen, tend to be more in the areas of applied sciences and engineering. Then there is basic CS programs which tend to be more technology than societal aspects. Does anyone have any thoughts, ideas, recommendations?
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posted by _zed_
on Mar 31, 2009 -
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Ph.D. Advice: I'm going to be starting grad school in the fall and I wanted some suggestions on how to plan out my thesis. What should I be doing from day one to stay organized and what kind of system should I set up to keep myself productive?
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posted by Aanidaani
on Mar 28, 2009 -
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I've been very depressed for my entire life and have decided that it's time for another ride on the therapy train. My previous trips were rather unpleasant, so I'm hoping for recommendations for a doctor in NYC and some general advice.
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posted by wrinkle
on Feb 18, 2009 -
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Thinking about leaving grad school (maybe for good?). What's the best "next step"?
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posted by puckish
on Feb 2, 2009 -
10 answers
How do I get accepted to a top-notch Ph.D. program without having academic recommendations?
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posted by jasondbarr
on Jan 21, 2009 -
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My fiance is contemplating quitting her Ph.D. program and refuses to either address her problems with her advisor, seek counseling, seek the help of friends, or discuss the issue with me. She prefers instead to drink wine and watch crime shows. She knows that she does not take criticism or advice well, and she knows she's being immature and needs help, so what can I do?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 20, 2009 -
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My wife has recently expressed an interest in moving from Australia to America to work for a year (possibly longer). Can anyone provide some advice on how to make this possible (visas, employment etc)?
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posted by ranglin
on Jan 5, 2009 -
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A few questions that I'm running into while submitting my graduate school applications about fellowships, diversity statements, other schools I am applying to, and accepting admission without funding.
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posted by davidstandaford
on Dec 29, 2008 -
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Part-time PhD, full-time work: has anyone tried to combine the two? What advice would you give to someone considering this?
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posted by Weng
on Dec 17, 2008 -
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Are there any respected PhD (or advanced research) programs offered from anywhere in the world that can be undertaken outside the country of the University that is offering it?
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posted by zaebiz
on Dec 9, 2008 -
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Unintended year off between MS and PHD programs: How to spend it, prepare for it, cope with it?
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posted by messylissa
on Nov 20, 2008 -
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Wanting to leave academia after astrophysics PhD (oscillations in atmospheres of rotating starts, planets and discs). Need some feedback, tags, hints, keywords, that I should search in google and some suggestions of where my skills (look in the extended explanation) would be appreciated.
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posted by gradstu1980
on Nov 9, 2008 -
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Asking for an advisee of mine who wants to pursue a career as an academic librarian. Where are the best PhD-level Library programs in the United States?
posted by media_itoku
on Oct 22, 2008 -
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I found my dream school, but everyone is telling me to apply to secondary choices. I need to find sociology PhD programs that value public sociology and have solid social psychology/organizational theory focuses.
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posted by elationfoundation
on Oct 21, 2008 -
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I will be applying to graduate school soon and I cannot visit all of the campuses that I am applying to. I have been contacting these schools so that they can put me in touch with current graduate students who I can ask about their campuses, and I wanted to make sure I'm not missing anything important in my list of questions below.
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posted by davidstandaford
on Oct 16, 2008 -
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