Tack on an A
It's kind of nice to see an A sitting as the only official grade I have from UT thus far. I have a long way to go to come up with all A's though. On a positive note, I'm still in the running for them (as in I currently have A grades or no grades back) in all classes.
It's probably funny to anyone who knows me from undergrad to think that I'm considered a hard working, straight A student to everyone at UT. So much have I changed in the past few months that my output and others' perception of me is very similar to what I had going on prior to college. This is something I no longer take for granted.
I have bad news for Nikole. There is zero chance of me sitting for the CPA over the CMA now. After talking with faculty, I've found that in the professional world there is little distinction over which is the superior certification in most cases. While the CPA is superior for audit and tax work, the CMA might actually have a slight advantage to people seeking accounting oriented positions outside of those branches. The CMA is broader in scope, and thus makes sense for me. I also gained considerable knowledge on the politics of doctoral programs and how to approach getting into one. It is exciting, but also heavy news. Doctorate programs are quite different from other schooling and my time in one will have to be among the most focused of my life.
It's been pointed out to me that there is no longer any way I could be confused with an undergraduate student, because I look too old. I am aware of this, but it's not necessarily a bad thing. It's also been pointed out that I've not had a girlfriend since I was 19. I am also aware of this. Despite annoying questions about my sexuality, I am not gay. Apparently, however, although I have strong friend and class group-work (now anyway) appeal...that's about it. Does this bother me? Often it does not, since I often wind up using my efforts just to keep up with school and workouts with enough spare time to breath. However, I'd be lying if I said it didn't bother me during times it comes to mind, such as now.
Still, how do I manage when my dating mentality is about 5 years behind in terms of maturity? I was supposedly a good boyfriend at one point (if you feel otherwise and are not named Danielle, feel free to point out how I screwed it up), but I can barely remember it. You'd think I'd see some success since I have at least managed not to be a total failure (at least the way I see it), but I have had none. It's weird for me now. What was once a source of confidence has crept up on me to the point where I can't even manage to picture doing it! It's not in my nature to believe I suck...so what am I missing here?
It's probably funny to anyone who knows me from undergrad to think that I'm considered a hard working, straight A student to everyone at UT. So much have I changed in the past few months that my output and others' perception of me is very similar to what I had going on prior to college. This is something I no longer take for granted.
I have bad news for Nikole. There is zero chance of me sitting for the CPA over the CMA now. After talking with faculty, I've found that in the professional world there is little distinction over which is the superior certification in most cases. While the CPA is superior for audit and tax work, the CMA might actually have a slight advantage to people seeking accounting oriented positions outside of those branches. The CMA is broader in scope, and thus makes sense for me. I also gained considerable knowledge on the politics of doctoral programs and how to approach getting into one. It is exciting, but also heavy news. Doctorate programs are quite different from other schooling and my time in one will have to be among the most focused of my life.
It's been pointed out to me that there is no longer any way I could be confused with an undergraduate student, because I look too old. I am aware of this, but it's not necessarily a bad thing. It's also been pointed out that I've not had a girlfriend since I was 19. I am also aware of this. Despite annoying questions about my sexuality, I am not gay. Apparently, however, although I have strong friend and class group-work (now anyway) appeal...that's about it. Does this bother me? Often it does not, since I often wind up using my efforts just to keep up with school and workouts with enough spare time to breath. However, I'd be lying if I said it didn't bother me during times it comes to mind, such as now.
Still, how do I manage when my dating mentality is about 5 years behind in terms of maturity? I was supposedly a good boyfriend at one point (if you feel otherwise and are not named Danielle, feel free to point out how I screwed it up), but I can barely remember it. You'd think I'd see some success since I have at least managed not to be a total failure (at least the way I see it), but I have had none. It's weird for me now. What was once a source of confidence has crept up on me to the point where I can't even manage to picture doing it! It's not in my nature to believe I suck...so what am I missing here?