Tony's Back in Town: University Choice (Attention Whoring)

[Fmr President & Senator Polnut]

I walked away from a PhD in poli sci after 6 months. Make sure, really, really sure, beyond your advisors and the Uni's atmosphere (I also did poli sci (undergrad) at UIUC and recommend the place highly) that it's not just something you 'see' for yourself - but it's something you really want to do.

Beyond that, look at the resources, the support structures and the outcomes from previous and current students.

[Fmr President & Senator Polnut]

I guess the academics aspect is the most complex one, and as you guys have pointed our I'm probably the only one who can figure out what is the best fit for me. I will be questioning professors, and possibly students, about that.

At the same time, you guys can definitely help me out on the "quality of life" aspect. Which university is located in the best city/neighborhood? Which campus is more beautiful, or more comfortable? Which place has the nicest people? The most vibrant community? The most interesting cultural features? Etc.

I'm obviously biased toward UIUC, but it's limited. It's Chambana... but you do have to travel to see or do much beyond campus culture.

[Fmr President & Senator Polnut]

But seriously... LA is a pit.

[Fmr President & Senator Polnut]

UCLA it is. I'm not fully convinced that it's the best choice, but anyway, there was no bad choice.

Extremely poor choice. Los Angeles?! You could've come to any of the amazing universities in Chicago, with the city's superior and unrivaled culture and anemities. You could've hung out with me, man.

Too bad Ian, looks like he's going to be hanging out with me!

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RIP Antonio, FF. It was nice knowing you.

mmmm - Chicago is an amazing city. LA is a glorified parking lot.