Re: (GRE Success! ) OT: Sharing a good news

Somehow I missed Raghu's response, and I really wish there was a place to
hit "Like". We are all so proud of you Varadhan.

Sincerely,

Srihari

On Tue, Aug 7, 2012 at 2:54 AM, Raghu Rao <[email protected]> wrote:

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> Varadhan,
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> On Tue, Aug 7, 2012 at 2:58 AM, skm_iitm <[email protected]> wrote:
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> > Brief Bio-sketch for those who don't remember me (or don't know me):
> > I first applied for MS/PhD programs in USA in 2002 (12 out of 12
> > rejects), then in 2006 for PhD (7 out of 7 rejects) then again for PhD
> > in 2007 (3 fellowships out of 3 applications).
> >
>
> Excellent stuff! Very motivating! This is the kind of perseverance
> that one can use to boost one's confidence in most situations, not
> just for GRE / PhD. 12 out of 12 rejects and I would have probably
> given up. 7 of 7 rejects on round #2 would have scarred me. It takes
> serious courage to see past that much rejection, try a third time and
> be motivated enough to do a better job on the third attempt after so
> many rejections. Respect.
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> >
> > Thanks for being part of this group.
> >
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> No, no, thank _you_.
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> >
> > I have learnt a lot from all of you over the years. Thanks a lot for
> that too.
> >
>
> As have we from you. Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts here!
>
> I am extremely happy for you on your new job. I hope you find the
> kind of job satisfaction you seek. We wait to see the day you go from
> assistant professor to full professor. "Prof. Varadhan SKM" has a
> nice ring to it:-)
>
> Best,
> Raghu
>
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