Just recently I noticed a new degree program being offered at my school: an MA in Korean with a different focus than the previously existing MA. This new degree is what I had in mind for myself when I started out as a Korean major originally. When I first saw this degree, I felt excited and elated. Apparently this is the first degree of its kind offered in this country, so it would be a fantastic opportunity for me if I were able to take it.

But… I can’t. The final requirement is to spend 1 year studying in Korea, which is simply not possible for me. I asked if they were able to make exceptions for students who had family or health conflicts, but was told that at this time they cannot make exceptions. It makes me really sad. I suppose if I really, really wanted to, I could start the degree with the knowledge that I would never be able to finish it, but that’s kind of depressing. Oh, well. Wishful thinking, I guess.

On a similar note, the professor who offered me an RA-ship has not gotten back in touch with me. I even tried contacting him to ask what was going on, but have not received a response. I have to wonder if he’s lost interest in having me work for him. I finished my application for graduate school with the understanding that I would have this RA-ship to fund my studies. If that falls through… then what?

On yet another note, the company that I thought I had a really good chance of getting into never contacted me back. Toby says they were waiting to see if I would contact them first, to gauge my interest. I never contacted them back because I thought I was supposed to wait for them to contact me.

…Sigh. I suppose what goes up must come crashing back down. I’m sure things will work out, but it’s sobering to see all the opportunities I had originally suddenly seem like they’re disappearing.