I'm reading a professor's evaluations. They're all very favorable, except one term when multiple students described some very unpleasant behaviors that didn't come up in any other terms' reviews. How do blips like this happen? (Note: not a "pick my professor" question, but rather "accuracy of reviews")
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posted by d. z. wang
on Mar 4, 2010 -
16 answers
What are some of the leading computer music (electronic composition) schools in Canada? What about North America?
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posted by ageispolis
on Mar 2, 2010 -
5 answers
I access the internet in a university halls of residence, with internet access provided by the university. How much of my web browsing is private?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 1, 2010 -
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I'm looking for suggestions for a "common read" book for a large public university. Any ideas?
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posted by Madamina
on Feb 9, 2010 -
26 answers
I'm about to finish second year of Software Engineering at my mid-tier Canadian university and have no intention of continuing any further. I'd like to transfer into one of the more prestigious colleges in the US, although getting in seems like a complete crapshoot given my current circumstances. What course of action can I take in the coming months that would greatly increase my chances of being accepted?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 3, 2010 -
12 answers
Deciding on a CMS for a university research project website: Wordpress, Joomla, or Drupal?
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posted by oulipian
on Feb 3, 2010 -
14 answers
Science tenure-track interview/negotiation/expectation advice filter. Going from large masters state-school chemistry dept to small liberal arts 'joint-science' dept.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 1, 2010 -
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Military history looks like a field where jokers abound. All sorts of people make various claims, and it seems that many of them don't know what they're talking about. How do I, a layperson, get the tools to evaluate claims about military history?
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posted by Monday, stony Monday
on Jan 31, 2010 -
19 answers
Studying in Germany Filter: I want to get a PhD in materials science at a German university, hopefully starting in 2011. Please help me get started figuring this out!
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posted by daisyk
on Jan 21, 2010 -
6 answers
Trying to help a family member out. He graduated with a BS in business administration but feels stuck in retail. Help plot his next course of attack.
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posted by InvestorMD
on Jan 20, 2010 -
8 answers
Name some intensive language courses that take place in universities!
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posted by djgh
on Jan 19, 2010 -
21 answers
Admissions consulting -- is it a good idea to start doing it? Should I try to be anonymous?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 18, 2010 -
2 answers
College Inspiration Filter: what's the best way to guide students to get college/university paraphernalia (posters, pennants, pins, shirts, brochures, etc) to decorate a classroom? Details inside.
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posted by filthy light thief
on Jan 14, 2010 -
10 answers
[Help-me-plan-my-life filter] Q1: What should I do with my life? Q2: Which College should I attend? {intl relief/dev or photography related}
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posted by hasna
on Jan 8, 2010 -
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I've achieved the passion and motivation to go to college that I never had when I was actually attending, so now, at 24, I want to go back. But my post-high school academic career is just miserable. What's the best route for me to return to a good college without breaking the bank?
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posted by schroedinger
on Jan 8, 2010 -
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I was diagnosed with depression and was in therapy for about an year. Do I disclose this on my university application?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 21, 2009 -
8 answers
Looking for recommendations of learning podcasts similar to "Physics for future presidents"
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posted by loryjade
on Dec 12, 2009 -
1 answer
So, I'm at a transition point in my life. A bunch of things are ending and a bunch of things are beginning. Seems like a good time to finally get around to finishing that degree. Only question is, which degree?
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posted by 256
on Dec 1, 2009 -
7 answers
How far am I supposed to be willing to go to help my students with their term reports?
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posted by lizbunny
on Nov 23, 2009 -
19 answers
How do I figure out what I can and/or should do after my undergraduate degree?
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posted by tumples
on Nov 18, 2009 -
7 answers
My housemate doesn't clean up, like ever. How can I do to make things work, or at least more bearable?
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posted by dunkadunc
on Nov 16, 2009 -
41 answers
I'm 16 years old. I have (though somewhat borderline) Asperger's and I'm highly intellectually (verbal, not quite visual-spatial) gifted. I don't do well in school, you could say I'm an "underachiever". I graduate high school this year. I will most likely not get into either of my top universities in the city (I'm Canadian, btw). I don't mind taking next year (from graduation until I'm 17.5) to "mature a bit" but eventually I want to go to school overseas. I need to prove to my parents I can live alone... without actually living alone.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 13, 2009 -
30 answers
Do you work in Development for a university? If so, I want to know more!
If you perform research for a university development office, can you tell me what your job is like? Do you like it? What do you not like? Tell me everything!
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 13, 2009 -
4 answers
What are some ethics considerations around a PhD dissertation? And should I do anything about a former colleague who I think violated them?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 30, 2009 -
17 answers
I'm currently a third-year Engineering Science student at the University of Toronto, majoring in computer engineering. As part of my program, I'm supposed to do a 12-16 month work term. While there are a variety of large tech companies that recruit directly from this program, I'm interested in working at a smaller, preferably U.S.-based technology firm. How should I go about finding a suitable place?
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posted by james.nvc
on Oct 29, 2009 -
7 answers
Is a BS degree a BS degree, or are there "lesser" degrees - I don't even know how to ask this. I'll try, though.
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posted by ctmf
on Oct 28, 2009 -
14 answers
What can I do now to help prepare myself for writing the LSATs and applying to law school in 1-2 years?
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posted by hepta
on Oct 28, 2009 -
14 answers
Change the University program's final project limitations! Help! Video production course info and TL;DR details inside.
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posted by Khazk
on Oct 26, 2009 -
4 answers
Can I leave out some educational background from my resume? I went to a university, then transferred and got a degree from another university. Will it harm me if I only list the university I got a degree from?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 20, 2009 -
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I've to hand in a group assignment tomorrow and the input from one of the members is crap- terrible writing, no references, no clue, nice guy. I want to remain friends but want to dramatically edit his work. How can I break it to him that his work needed treatment? I'm terrible at this sort of thing. btw,
this thread doesn't really answer my question as we're handing in tomorrow. Also- he's old buddies with the other group member who I don't know very well.
posted by mattoxic
on Oct 17, 2009 -
25 answers
Are there any sites or blogs dedicated to pointing out great courses and lectures not to be missed on iTunes U?
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posted by Ndwright
on Sep 27, 2009 -
1 answer
Looking to go to grad school for Linguistics or TESOL, but I'm a non-traditional student. I have a few schools picked out but don't want to end up in another tiny "college town." Help?
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posted by patheral
on Sep 25, 2009 -
15 answers
Tangentially college sports-related food/drink question: At your school, was there a bar or restaurant where fans of your rival team would congregate? What I'm after is analogous to, say, a Bears bar in Green Bay, but for NCAA teams.
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posted by me3dia
on Sep 21, 2009 -
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