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October 6th, 2011
Chapter 1
May 18th, 2011I’m not likely to post the whole dissertation here on the blog, since that invites far too many evil plans, deeds, and malcontent. However, here is Chapter 1, which provides a solid introduction and overview of my dissertation study. Read the rest of this entry »
New Timeline
February 17th, 2011I added a tentative dissertation completion timeline to this blog. While this is, in many ways, a rather aggressive schedule, I acknowledge that it will remain a living document up until the end in that I will continue to amend the timeline as proposed dates change
Proposal Submitted
January 21st, 2011Four weeks (and one day) after meeting with my committee post-quals, I completed and submitted a full dissertation proposal first draft (a respectable 39 pages) at about 2am on 01.11.11. This is the next step in the milestone requirements for my degree.
On 01.21.11, I passed the proposal stage with committee feedback consisting of (in essence) an “okay,” a “mostly I’m content with this version,” and a “More revision and rethinking effort at this stage on your proposal is needed,” along with some excellent feedback for improvement. I know the areas that need strengthening; now, to make it happen.
Passed Qualifying Exams!
December 15th, 2010Qualifying Exam:
3 questions answered in 4 days, resulting in:
38 pages, 161 paragraphs, 9627 words Read the rest of this entry »