The Philosopher's Stone

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You were admitted to graduate school, you have completed all of the preliminary requirements for the Ph. D., you are now what Americans call...

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That first year was a hoot. The seven students showed up, ready to begin their doctoral studies in our brand new program. At 10 a.m. on We...

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