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The Dissertation Registry

March 6, 2020 ~ Val ~ 2 Comments

Greetings, Internet! I just got all four wisdom teeth out (partly because it seemed like less of a hassle in the long run, and partly because I am a glutton for punishment), and so I thought, “Now’s a good time to update the blog.” This post is inspired by the Sex and the City episode, … Continue reading The Dissertation Registry

How to Survive Your Generals (History PhD Edition)

May 30, 2019 ~ Val ~ Leave a comment

Greetings, Internet! It’s been far too long. I’ve finally reached that point in my PhD program where I’m trusted to teach undergraduates (well, trusted enough to lead a discussion section), and to handle a massive research project that may or may not become a book. In other words, I’ve passed my general exams! What are … Continue reading How to Survive Your Generals (History PhD Edition)

Five Lessons from My First Year of PhD-ing

June 5, 2018June 5, 2018 ~ Val ~ 2 Comments

Greetings, internet! It’s been an absurd amount of time since my last update, but my excuse is that I started a PhD program in History, and it has pretty much taken over my life. Over the semester, I put “write blog post” on my weekly calendar, and every week I’d look at my calendar and … Continue reading Five Lessons from My First Year of PhD-ing

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PhD candidate of medieval history at Princeton University. Also a dessert fanatic who happens to use a wheelchair.

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San Francisco, day two! Afternoon tea at @crownandcrumpet and then an amazing s’mores treat from @dandelionchocolate at the Ferry Building.
San Francisco, day one! I’ve got a story highlight reel, but also figured I should make actual posts. Malasadas from @oceanmalasadaco and wine and spicy garlic cheese spread from @palmcitywines
When your sister visits with pre-Thanksgiving treats 😁 @tastecreme
I promise I will eventually try all of the @bibbleandsip cream puffs, but it’s so hard not to get the black sesame every single time.
Testing out the new oven with @khatzdubson by making chocolate chip cookies! 🍪
That moment when you realize that cinnamon buns are indeed the perfect breakfast food. @bourkestreetbakerynyc

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