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A Quick Tip for Applying to Grad School

Discover why it’s not a good idea to have your parents call the department on your behalf. Insightful advice for young adults.

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It's usually not a good idea to have one of your parents call the department on your behalf. And if you have the kind of parent who does this without your asking, you have my condolences.

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