I'm thinking about getting an M.A. in Chinese studies. How useful a job qualification would it be if I didn't go on to get a Ph.D.? [more inside]
posted by Mummy of a Lady Named Jemutesonekh on Oct 31, 2009 - 6 answers

Where can I find a list of Postgraduate Photography courses in the United States? [more inside]
posted by stackhaus23 on Oct 14, 2009 - 2 answers

Can anybody track down a version of "Tha ma ra boum de hé" or "Tah Rah Rah Boom Di Ay" performed on solo accordion (no vocals or anything)? A digital version is preferred but if I need to track down an old LP somewhere I'm willing to go on a quest.
posted by Overzealous on Oct 4, 2009 - 3 answers

(Very) Cheap places to stay in Cambridge, MA, for about 7 nights? [more inside]
posted by paulesque on Sep 19, 2009 - 12 answers

Design our "First Summer's Night Eve" wedding, creative people! [more inside]
posted by semacd on Aug 17, 2009 - 17 answers

Does anyone know of churches with weekday services in the Boston Suburbs (Westborough/Southborough/Shrewsbury/Framingham/Natick, etc) area?
posted by bobdylanforever on Jul 22, 2009 - 5 answers

Can you recommend some good, rustic camping areas within three hours of Portsmouth, NH? [more inside]
posted by Miko on Jul 20, 2009 - 9 answers

Anyone know about Massachusetts Health Insurance? I'm between a rock and a hard place. I'm about to move to MA from overseas. I sent off application for the low-cost insurance, Commonwealth Care, but it may be weeks after I arrive to hear whether I qualified. [more inside]
posted by Elsie on Jun 9, 2009 - 10 answers

A job opportunity opened up that requires an "MS degree". I have a MA. I know that I have the knowledge and experience for this position. Is there any way I can apply for this job? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 16, 2009 - 23 answers

Looking for the best karaoke bar in southern NH, Northern MA. [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse on Jan 14, 2009 - 1 answer

I'm writing an MA thesis based (in part) on American McGee's Alice... problem is I haven't played it and can't seem to find a copy for Mac OS in Canada. [more inside]
posted by ndicecco on Nov 3, 2008 - 15 answers

We are moving to Woburn, MA and need helping finding a variety of services there. [more inside]
posted by JonahBlack on Jun 30, 2008 - 5 answers

Has anyone had any experience, first- or second-hand, with the Communication and Culture MA program jointly offered by York and Ryerson Universities? I'm also interested in graduate study experiences at both schools in general. [more inside]
posted by scribbler on Apr 22, 2008 - 6 answers

What happens when a little company is interested in getting purchased by a big one? (Take two.) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 8, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm applying for a Masters in Theory, Culture, and Politics. Will I ever work again? [more inside]
posted by ZaphodB on Feb 2, 2008 - 6 answers

What do you know about the Japanese word/concept of 'Ma'? I know it denotes the negative space between objects and it relates closely to the similarly used Japanese word 'Mu'. [more inside]
posted by 0bvious on Dec 27, 2007 - 15 answers

Where can I buy a pet rabbit near Newton, MA? I can't believe I have to come here to find out. [more inside]
posted by Mayor Curley on Aug 19, 2007 - 17 answers

I need help understanding MA auto insurance; specifically, are rates really identical among insurers? Is there anything I can do to lower the cost? [more inside]
posted by Marit on Jul 24, 2007 - 30 answers

Where should I go kayaking near Boston? [more inside]
posted by david1230 on Jul 15, 2007 - 10 answers

My girlfriend and I are planning a weekend get away . The place we normally go for a quick break is booked the only weekend we have free this summer. Does anyone have any recommendations. This is what we are looking for: [more inside]
posted by toddst on Jun 21, 2007 - 3 answers

Does anyone have recommendations for graduate electrical engineering programs in northeast Massachusetts or southern NH? They would need to be night/weekend based and if there are online classes available that would be even better (but at a brick & mortar, legitimate universities). [more inside]
posted by dumbledore69 on May 16, 2007 - 1 answer

What happens when a big company is interested in acquiring a little online venture? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 3, 2007 - 8 answers

My car was beeping when a state trooper wanted to pass me. How come? [more inside]
posted by good for you! on Sep 28, 2006 - 26 answers

What should I get an M.A. in? [more inside]
posted by xanthippe on Sep 19, 2006 - 19 answers

What do you know/think about the University of Roehampton, London? Most especially I am interested in its School of Arts, and its MA in Creative and Professional Writing.... [more inside]
posted by 0bvious on Sep 7, 2006 - 7 answers

boston zip code map - online? [more inside]
posted by whatitis on Jul 14, 2006 - 5 answers

Does anyone know of any Cambridge, MA self-serve laundromats that have WiFi? [more inside]
posted by sentient on Jun 8, 2006 - 3 answers

What is involved in, or how would you write, "a letter of reference stating the applicant's high standard of character"?
posted by NotMyselfRightNow on Apr 20, 2006 - 7 answers

Seeking Northeastern US towns with particular characteristics: [more inside]
posted by xo on Jun 5, 2005 - 26 answers

Knowing what you know now, how would you have spent the summer before you started grad school? [more inside]
posted by onshi on Apr 14, 2005 - 21 answers