ProfessorFilter: I screwed something up with a professor from college (a few years ago) and I want to make it right. Lots of details and beanplating.
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posted by alternateuniverse
on Aug 27, 2010 -
18 answers
How best to advise a 12th grade student on their college plans.
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posted by bach
on Aug 26, 2010 -
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I'm looking for examples of great presentations, including visuals (PowerPoint or otherwise). I've been browsing TED.com and keep finding inspiring speeches but not necessarily examples of great supplemental visuals. I'm sure there are examples there and elsewhere. YouTube links or otherwise would be great.
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posted by pithy comment
on Aug 26, 2010 -
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Who can I ask to be my referee when I apply to university this year? I have no appropriate professional relationships, I cannot ask a friend or family member, and I have been out of school for three years.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 9, 2010 -
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Can you recommend a book chapter or article that summarizes the biological and/or psychological perspectives on gender without devolving into straw-man attacks or interdepartmental backbiting?
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posted by arcticwoman
on Aug 8, 2010 -
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I've just been shortlisted for an academic position at the National University of Ireland, Galway campus, but I'm currently living in Australia! Help me with the logistics of starting to consider this move, how we might do it and what Ireland (and NUI Galway, Galway the town) is actually like!
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posted by ranglin
on Aug 7, 2010 -
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I'm in a hole, and I keep digging. I'm behind on numerous things, and I just bury my head until problems become unbearable. Help me pull some dirt into this hole (without me in it) and lay down some concrete so this doesn't happen again.
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posted by SNWidget
on Aug 2, 2010 -
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Can anyone advise me on some specific comparisons between the US and Canadian University systems? I am in charge of internationalisation at a British University and we would like to investigate establishing academic partnerships and indeed possibly some direct recruitment in both countries. While we are roughly clear on how the US system operates, Canada is a bit harder to grasp.
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posted by A189Nut
on Jul 20, 2010 -
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Would you recommend Computer Science to school leavers? If so, do you have an opinion as to why dropout and graduate unemployment rates seem to be so high?
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posted by grahamwell
on Jul 14, 2010 -
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To what extent is it acceptable to "shop around" for graduate programs in the basic sciences (as far as initiating contact with potential labs goes)? In particular, is it ethical to contact more than one PI at the same institution?
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posted by halogen
on Jul 2, 2010 -
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Help me narrow down universities to which I would want to apply? Coming from a mid-MI community college, looking for programs that will lead to accounting careers.
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posted by asciident
on Jul 1, 2010 -
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What should a young couple moving to a new city know? Know of any decent job/temp agencies worth checking out in Glasgow? What about gigs/concerts/pubs/clubs? I'd even appreciate some words of advice regarding living with a loved one for the first time. Anything at all will be received with much thanks!
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posted by jhighmore
on Jun 28, 2010 -
8 answers
UK university terminology in 1940s Canadian university - what would a "first" have been?
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posted by TAP
on Jun 20, 2010 -
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Finishing a BSc in physics. What are my job prospects? Do I need to study some more?
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posted by ye#ara
on Jun 19, 2010 -
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I'm a young second year university student needing advice on making the right choice in academia and my future options. I study Politics and Philosophy at a decent British university and have to make a choice on whether to carry on with my joint honours course or switch to single honours to focus on what I really love, and want to pursue, academic philosophy. Should I be worried about the following?...
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posted by freud
on Jun 13, 2010 -
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I have a bachelors degree in philosophy. I wasn't a great student. My career path seems to be boring and unpredictable. I want a job where I can use my brain and be a part of pushing the world into a techno-utopia. Do I need a new bachelors degree? How will the admissions process go for me? How can I prove to myself that I can do my degree well?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 13, 2010 -
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I've just applied for my first university tutoring position (English Literature) and just want to know a bit about what I can expect. Example: how much of the preparation/material is guided by the lecturer of the course you end up tutoring for?
Tutoring, like lecturing, seems to be one of those things that have no set route for getting into. While I'm sure the pay rate for tutoring on campus varies from one university (and probably, from one course) to another, is there an applicable standard rate to keep in mind? Any tips and advice will be greatly appreciated.
posted by New England Cultist
on Jun 12, 2010 -
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I am considering returning to University at the age of 42, and would appreciate some feedback on how it was for you as a mature student.
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posted by cleo
on Jun 10, 2010 -
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NYC/bioloogy/education filter A home for the skeleton in my closet and other biology supplies
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posted by Wolfster
on May 26, 2010 -
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How do I finance my education when my university of choice isn't approved by the US Department of Education? How do I take on loans for this venture while causing myself the least financial damage?
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posted by anonymous
on May 25, 2010 -
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Which school, Georgetown or University of Washington, do you think has more name recognition and prestige? I got into the Masters program for Computational Linguistics for both universities but I'm not sure which one I should go to. It's okay if you don't know anything about the actual departments or linguistics. Just want your overall impression of both schools. Thanks!
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posted by w84rav
on May 25, 2010 -
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I am 3 weeks away from finishing my first on-campus semester of university. After much though, last week I decided that I will definitely not be continuing my studies - and now I am struggling to motivate myself to finish the semester. How can I get motivated? Or should I just not bother (secretly want to hear this but know it's not sensible, and I should at least try to pass so as not to burn bridges)
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posted by Chrysalis
on May 18, 2010 -
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I became unemployed in February of this year, and I am currently receiving the maximum weekly unemployment benefits from the state of West Virginia.
I think I can attend university full-time while drawing unemployment, but I need your help finding specific laws, policies, etc. about this. All I can find is very vague information.
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posted by teatime
on May 17, 2010 -
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Which Foundations based in Germany will give me a scholarship to go to a prestigious US College?
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posted by freddymetz
on May 11, 2010 -
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How do I prepare myself mentally for university? What did you do to make the experience smoother and less stressful? Alternatively, what did you do that I should avoid?
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posted by Miss Mitz
on May 9, 2010 -
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I saw this movie on TV at least 10 years ago, maybe more. The main character was a female university student. I think she had long dark hair. I THINK that the cast were primarily Australian, but not sure - probably American if not Australian.
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posted by Kirn
on May 4, 2010 -
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I'm applying for a position at my school that is mine contingent on passing a background check/"live scan" screening by the University's Police department. Therein lies my conundrum...
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 27, 2010 -
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Is there an 'expiry date' on your studies when it comes to being admitted to a PhD? I'm thinking of working for a while first.
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posted by moorooka
on Apr 22, 2010 -
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Do you know of any schools in Montreal that offer programs in Game/3D Art? So far my results only show character-animation based schools, and I'm looking for something less specialized in the field. (The
Game Art & Design program at the Art Institute is sort of my reference point.)
posted by Tequila Mockingbird
on Apr 21, 2010 -
2 answers
How do the modern Canadian technology colleges rate? I need to help a friend decide which college or path would be best for her to enter the technology job market.
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posted by chrillsicka
on Apr 20, 2010 -
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US High schooler would like to go to university in UK (maybe). Has numerous questions about the system. Help?
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posted by R a c h e l
on Apr 20, 2010 -
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I am considering enrolling in the Duke University (continuing education, non-credit) TESL certification program with the goal of living and teaching English abroad. Would this be a waste of time?
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posted by amtho
on Apr 15, 2010 -
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I'll be attending Simon Fraser University in the fall. I could really use some advice about arranging financing through student loans. It does get a little complicated, though.
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posted by alltomorrowsparties
on Apr 11, 2010 -
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If you had a bachelors degree from a university in Canada., how searchable is this by other parties ? Is there a master list somewhere of everyone who has graduated? If someone wanted to find out if you had a degree, how would they go about it? This is in Canada.
posted by cascando
on Apr 1, 2010 -
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