Lord of the Rings: an allegory of the PhD

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The discussion humorously addresses the pressures of graduate school, specifically referencing a satirical piece that compares the challenges of PhD programs to the narrative of "The Lord of the Rings." The linked article on LiveJournal highlights the absurdity of academic expectations, including the exaggerated notion of submitting a finger with a thesis. This allegory serves as a comedic relief for those navigating the rigors of academia.

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  • Understanding of graduate school dynamics
  • Familiarity with the cultural references in "The Lord of the Rings"
  • Basic knowledge of thesis requirements in academia
  • Awareness of academic stressors faced by PhD students
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  • Explore the psychological impacts of graduate school on students
  • Research effective stress management techniques for PhD candidates
  • Read satirical literature related to academia
  • Investigate the role of humor in coping with academic pressures
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Graduate students, academic advisors, and anyone interested in the intersection of humor and the challenges of pursuing a PhD.

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Those of you stressing over grad school should read this ... funny stuff. (I am not the author, by the way, I just found it amusing).

http://www.livejournal.com/users/capthek/224706.html
 
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Does this mean i'll have to submit a finger with my thesis?
 

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