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Post-FinCon14 Soul-Searching on My Hobby

Post-FinCon14 Soul-Searching on My Hobby

How I Developed My Hobby   In the spring of 2008, I went on a handful of interviews for PhD programs in my field. The interview days consisted of meetings with potential advisors, information sessions about the programs, and social time with current grad students. While socializing, I fielded the typical getting-a-beat-on you questions like “Where did you go to college?” and “Where did you grow up?” I was also asked over and over again what my … Read entire article »

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My Best Clothing Purchase Ever

My Best Clothing Purchase Ever

When I was a sophomore in high school, I gave up JV soccer to row with my high school’s crew team.  This activity change warranted a wardrobe change; as loose shorts can easily get caught in the slides beneath the moving seat in the shell, most rowers wear spandex shorts or pants.  I bought several pairs of spandex shorts during high school to wear in practice, but one stands out – they have become my … Read entire article »

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