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Ancalagon The Black · 03-15-2008, 06:23 PM

Oh, and I also have family in Canada. My little cousin goes to McMaster. Is it a good university?

Kee · 03-15-2008, 09:04 PM

Hey Ancalagon,
McMaster is a good school. I hope your cousin tells you good things about Ontario.
I remember you describing the family pressure you're under. And it's certainly easier to get into a PhD program when you have a masters. Maybe it might be wise to do your MA, then reapply. And when you go through this application process again, you'll be an old pro, and all the schools will be fighting over you! (You'll have to make Stern ask REALLY nicely.)
This explains why you didn't answer my question the first time. You don't know if you will be moving yet.
I'll be watching to see what you decide... Whatever you end up doing, I know your family will be proud of your success.

Ancalagon The Black · 03-16-2008, 07:10 AM

Thanks Kee (mum)

I have heard that University of Western Ontario is one of the best universities of Canada !!

I am just waiting for some more decisions to come. If nothing is appropriate then I will try and do my MS in information science from one of the top schools of India. That would give me the necessary leverage to apply to a good school. And in 2 years, I can build a dedicated profile towards the entire applications process.

doubtful · 03-16-2008, 08:34 AM

why not UCSC?

Ancalagon The Black · 03-16-2008, 01:12 PM

Umm, a PhD from UCSC wouldn't be bad but I keep hearing conflicting reports about the school. Moreover, we have a warped perception of rankings and after family in top schools, I am expected to get into one of them.

Lets see, nothing is finalized yet. I still have the time to decide.

Ancalagon The Black · 03-16-2008, 01:16 PM

Where's AT? I haven't seen him here in a long time.

agarwaen.mormegil · 03-16-2008, 05:38 PM

well, this thread ain't for me but me really glad to see me ol' buddy ancalagon get into a good school. attaboy!!

doubtful · 03-16-2008, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Ancalagon The Black

Umm, a PhD from UCSC wouldn't be bad but I keep hearing conflicting reports about the school. Moreover, we have a warped perception of rankings and after family in top schools, I am expected to get into one of them.

Lets see, nothing is finalized yet. I still have the time to decide.

we definitely need to talk.. so sorry that I am busy in this week.. do you use MSN or something like that?

Ancalagon The Black · 03-17-2008, 05:47 AM

MSN, yahoo, gmail, your flavor really, though I prefer gmail.

mormy: Thanks man !! But lets see which way the wind blows !!

hopefulkid · 03-18-2008, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Ancalagon The Black

Where's AT? I haven't seen him here in a long time.

He's retired until he hears back from UCSD. No more news yet. He still wishes everybody the best.

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03-15-2008, 06:23 PM	#181 (permalink)
Ancalagon The Black TestMagic Guru-in-Training Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kolkata, India Posts: 971	Oh, and I also have family in Canada. My little cousin goes to McMaster. Is it a good university?

03-15-2008, 09:04 PM	#182 (permalink)
Kee Gotta remember to breathe Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 65	Hey Ancalagon, McMaster is a good school. I hope your cousin tells you good things about Ontario. I remember you describing the family pressure you're under. And it's certainly easier to get into a PhD program when you have a masters. Maybe it might be wise to do your MA, then reapply. And when you go through this application process again, you'll be an old pro, and all the schools will be fighting over you! (You'll have to make Stern ask REALLY nicely.) This explains why you didn't answer my question the first time. You don't know if you will be moving yet. I'll be watching to see what you decide... Whatever you end up doing, I know your family will be proud of your success.

03-16-2008, 07:10 AM	#183 (permalink)
Ancalagon The Black TestMagic Guru-in-Training Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kolkata, India Posts: 971	Thanks Kee (mum) I have heard that University of Western Ontario is one of the best universities of Canada !! I am just waiting for some more decisions to come. If nothing is appropriate then I will try and do my MS in information science from one of the top schools of India. That would give me the necessary leverage to apply to a good school. And in 2 years, I can build a dedicated profile towards the entire applications process.

03-16-2008, 08:34 AM	#184 (permalink)
doubtful Within my grasp! Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 406	why not UCSC?

03-16-2008, 01:12 PM	#185 (permalink)
Ancalagon The Black TestMagic Guru-in-Training Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kolkata, India Posts: 971	Umm, a PhD from UCSC wouldn't be bad but I keep hearing conflicting reports about the school. Moreover, we have a warped perception of rankings and after family in top schools, I am expected to get into one of them. Lets see, nothing is finalized yet. I still have the time to decide.

03-16-2008, 01:16 PM	#186 (permalink)
Ancalagon The Black TestMagic Guru-in-Training Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kolkata, India Posts: 971	Where's AT? I haven't seen him here in a long time.

03-16-2008, 05:38 PM	#187 (permalink)
agarwaen.mormegil Middle Earth dreaming... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: India Posts: 53	well, this thread ain't for me but me really glad to see me ol' buddy ancalagon get into a good school. attaboy!!

03-17-2008, 05:47 AM	#189 (permalink)
Ancalagon The Black TestMagic Guru-in-Training Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kolkata, India Posts: 971	MSN, yahoo, gmail, your flavor really, though I prefer gmail. mormy: Thanks man !! But lets see which way the wind blows !!

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