Updates!
This time, for general consumption (unlike previous updates which have been exclusive members-only deals)!
So, I'm applying for my MA in Iceland again. We're all aware of this, right? If not, guess what?
I can apply online. This is awesome.
I ran my thesis idea past Angus today, and he seemed impressed by it. Speaking to the man is like drinking from Mímir's well - I was there for maybe 15 minutes and not only got three more lines of inquiry to look at for my thesis, but I also got a sizable reading list, historical trivia and an idea of my options post-MA. This is why I like the guy so much.
I've discovered that the registration fee once I'm accepted (because, let's face it, I am Jim and I will be accepted, come Niflhel or high water) for Iceland is only 45,000ISK*, which is around $250 CAD. This is eminently doable. Absurdly so.
Also, the online application process is strangely simple; I fill out some forms, upload a CV, upload a letter of intent and give the contact emails for two references and that, it would appear, is that. Most intriguing. Almost as though they want people to attend. A concept unknown to other MA programmes I've applied to in the past, wherein hoop-jumpery is not only smiled upon, but also mandatory.
Next on he list of updates, work. The less I say, the better. At this point, though, the generally accepted course of action would be for them to buy me a drink before they try and raep me. And no, that was not a typo.
What else...Oh, I suppose general updatery. Things have been things. Emily's starting to work overnights today, which means she leaves at 10pm, gets home at 7am, I wake up at 8:30, leave at 9:30 and she goes to bed. A bit awkward insofar as actually seeing each other is concerned, but there's more cash to be had and thus the temporary sacrifice was deemed acceptable. Much the same rationale as was behind the work related dickery effecting me. More on that later, though, if it happens at all.
The puppy just made the most mournful sound ever - she had a claw caught in the fur on her ear. It was simultaneously pathetic and cute.
Finally, there is a matter of vaguely academic import but - for the moment - it must remain secret. Although in the New Year, I will be providing details. Consider this the 'stinger' at the end of a Marvel movie. You just saw a shot of Mjölnir laying in a crater.
Did that give anything away? Maybe.
And now, off to purchase gifts and send gifts and whatnot!
There shall be further updates soonish!
*To other EVE players, I've already checked and, no, ISK in the real world does not have a 1:1 equivalence to ISK in EVE. Alas.
So, I'm applying for my MA in Iceland again. We're all aware of this, right? If not, guess what?
I can apply online. This is awesome.
I ran my thesis idea past Angus today, and he seemed impressed by it. Speaking to the man is like drinking from Mímir's well - I was there for maybe 15 minutes and not only got three more lines of inquiry to look at for my thesis, but I also got a sizable reading list, historical trivia and an idea of my options post-MA. This is why I like the guy so much.
I've discovered that the registration fee once I'm accepted (because, let's face it, I am Jim and I will be accepted, come Niflhel or high water) for Iceland is only 45,000ISK*, which is around $250 CAD. This is eminently doable. Absurdly so.
Also, the online application process is strangely simple; I fill out some forms, upload a CV, upload a letter of intent and give the contact emails for two references and that, it would appear, is that. Most intriguing. Almost as though they want people to attend. A concept unknown to other MA programmes I've applied to in the past, wherein hoop-jumpery is not only smiled upon, but also mandatory.
Next on he list of updates, work. The less I say, the better. At this point, though, the generally accepted course of action would be for them to buy me a drink before they try and raep me. And no, that was not a typo.
What else...Oh, I suppose general updatery. Things have been things. Emily's starting to work overnights today, which means she leaves at 10pm, gets home at 7am, I wake up at 8:30, leave at 9:30 and she goes to bed. A bit awkward insofar as actually seeing each other is concerned, but there's more cash to be had and thus the temporary sacrifice was deemed acceptable. Much the same rationale as was behind the work related dickery effecting me. More on that later, though, if it happens at all.
The puppy just made the most mournful sound ever - she had a claw caught in the fur on her ear. It was simultaneously pathetic and cute.
Finally, there is a matter of vaguely academic import but - for the moment - it must remain secret. Although in the New Year, I will be providing details. Consider this the 'stinger' at the end of a Marvel movie. You just saw a shot of Mjölnir laying in a crater.
Did that give anything away? Maybe.
And now, off to purchase gifts and send gifts and whatnot!
There shall be further updates soonish!
*To other EVE players, I've already checked and, no, ISK in the real world does not have a 1:1 equivalence to ISK in EVE. Alas.