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Christian. Husband. Father. Postdoctoral Fellow @uofcincy . Sleep/Circadian research๐ŸฆŸ @insectphysJBB . Lecturer @FUTAkure . QECS Alumnus. #ChelseaFC

Cincinnati, OH
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
CV sections for Graduate school application: 1. Your name and contact details - 3-4 lines 2. Educational History - you don't have to include your high school. 3. Research/Teaching experience - you can separate this. 4. Publications - you can include articles submitted. 1/n
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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When the real thing happens, grammar will not matter sir.
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โ€œATM swallows my cardโ€ โŽ โ€œATM retains my cardโ€ โœ…
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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After 4 years, 10 months, and 8 days of arriving in the US, I have officially completed my Ph.D. program. It has been a fantastic experience. And I am particularly grateful for the support, mentorship, assistance, and prayers from many people during this academic voyage. 1/4
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Someone got two fully funded offers. He recommended a friend for the other offer he won't be accepting. This is the kind of friend you need in your life.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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On this street, we will talk about our faith. We will talk about Miracles. We won't be bullied.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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"He has eyes for talents". God will surely judge you people sha.
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Wike, Edun, Oyetola, el-Rufai, Adelabu, Edu, others on Tinubuโ€™s ministerial list
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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In case you are not aware, my institution (i.e. the University of Cincinnati) does not request English test from Nigerians.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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At least the pulse I am getting from Twitter is that everyone hates forgery and fraud, especially when you consider the JAMB saga. The question then is, why do some of us support politicians of questionable character and records? ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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1 out of the 184 Ph.D.s awarded today at the University of Cincinnati @uofcincy . Go Bearcats!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Someone started his whole campaign on "Yoruba Lokan" but the person reading a WhatsApp broadcast message is the one stoking ethnic tension. Many of you are quite disingenuous.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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TETFUND can be suspended for 2 years, but new vehicles must always be bought for our legislators. Deep sigh!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Chapter 33 loaded! "God of my present God of my future You write my story You hold it all together." Thank you for another beautiful new year. Happy birthday to me.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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My biggest 2021 win - my wife starting her PhD. She truly deserved it.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Just an appetizer.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Hi all, For some of your grad school application needs, click on these links: General scholarship info: GRE materials: IELTS materials: SOP, cold e-mail, etc: All the best!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Application fees are currently waived for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2022 entry terms at Western Carolina University, North Carolina. Prospective scholars, get in here.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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You will do a lot of writing in Graduate school. I just wanted to remind you. If you are used to hiding behind group projects, you will not be able to escape this time. And if you are not good at writing, start developing this skill. It will come in handy.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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3 days left to start using this officially: Oluwaseun Ajayi, Ph.D.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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No matter how much you try to drag Christianity, we will not leave this app for you people. E se se bere ni.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Earlier today, I received a Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship (QECS) certificate signed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Through the instrumentality of this MSc. Scholarship won in 2015, I had the privilege of enjoying my first fully-funded International scholarship.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Merry Christmas to you, all. May we experience the bliss of this season.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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I met someone who got a PhD funding at my current institution (University of Cincinnati) with her HND. The program she was admitted into: Information Technology.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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" Sarah: He beats me. Sarah's mum: What did you do? Sarah: He beats me. Sarah's mum: My daughter, I'm sure it can't be that bad. " Epic gasligting and blackmail. A lot of times, this is why a lot of women continue in abusive relationships. #BloodSistersNetflix
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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The truth is, a lot of us will only be able to travel around the world through the education route. Academics is not a scam. If you are still in school, take your studies seriously.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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That feeling after passing your Ph.D. candidacy.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Cold e-mails: Easy hacks (3) To compose an effective cold email, your email's body should consist of at least these four (4) essential paragraphs, as outlined below: Paragraph 1: Introduction In this opening paragraph, briefly introduce yourself and state the purpose of...
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See the way you love me See the way you care for me You carry my matter for your head oh (Ine me Obinasom) Like a little baby You watch over me oh You no dey carry me dey play oh (Ine me Obinasom) This is the day the Lord has made. I'll rejoice 'n be glad in it. It's my birthday
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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What way to end the day! My former undergraduate student (at FUTA) just got two fully funded admissions in the USA. A PhD slot at Texas A & M and a MS slot at the Ohio State University. I am excited his hardwork paid off eventually.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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If you are still in school: ~ Gain research experience ~ Finish with a good CGPA ~ Engage in leadership responsibilities - SUG, Faculty and Dept. associations, Faith-based organizations, clubs etc. ~ Volunteer - do community service. Some of these things can spill over into...
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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"Politics is local". But they will not stop doing image laundering on social media. Awon oniyeye.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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One of the ways to write a good SOP is to tie your motivation to one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. It's always a game changer.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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There are good schools in Ohio that are relatively unknown and has graduate funding: ~ Bowling Green State University ~ Case Western Reserve University ~ Miami University ~ The Ohio University, Athens ~ Wright State University ~ University of Dayton
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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On academic CV: Your primary and secondary school details add no value, EXCEPT if you do not have a diploma or bachelor's degree. Please find below tips and samples of CVs from the Graduate College at the University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign):
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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To all the prospective scholars out there, sit tight and keep the faith. Your next Christmas will be in ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฒ, ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง, ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช, ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ, ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ, ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท, ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ or the country your heart desires. Amen!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Cold e-mails: Easy hacks (1) We are currently at that time of the year when prospective graduate students send out emails to potential advisors, a process commonly known as cold emailing. I will now explain the fundamental rules you should follow to craft effective cold emails:
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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This one wey I don add "Ph.D." to my profile, make I dey waka jeje for Twitter. Before den mop my Ph.D. for ground.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Simple steps to securing US Admission: MS research or PhD 1. Decide on your desired research area. I always advise folks to decide on at least two research areas that are overlapping. This increases your pool of admission opportunities. This is a thread explaining research..
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Some important points based on my scholarship experience: 1. Public Scholarships (like Commonwealth, Erasmus Mundus, MCF, etc) are the most lucrative in terms of benefits. 2. Public Scholarships are very competitive. Most often than not, you need a strong CGPA to win them. 1/n
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Poster presentation some hours ago.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Away from Football, if you are a prospective Graduate student, kindly go through this folder: It contains information as regards Graduate admissions all over the world.
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One of the best news I have received so far this year. Do you guys remember my presentation during #SICB2022 at Phoenix, Arizona? It won the DEDE best student presentation award. Big thanks to @SICB_DEDE for counting my work worthy.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Do you know why US is the king of graduate school funding? Because the following study trajectories are happening/can happen: ~ BS - MS - Ph.D. ~ BS - Ph.D. ~ HND - MS ~ HND - Ph.D. Don't sleep on the USA.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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If you're a prospective Graduate student, please work on your mind to avoid being distracted as we approach the new year. 2022 is going to be heavily charged with pre-election "violence" on this app. Follow the right accounts that will help you achieve your Graduate school goals.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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If you go through NYSC, you have a good advantage to enrich your CV with Teaching/Work experience and Volunteering experience. This could really make a big difference in your Graduate school application. ~ PPA - Work/Teaching experience. ~ CDS - Volunteering experience.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Omo! Someone in my circle just got a fully-funded offer from UC Davis. I have been waiting on this news for so long. This particular candidate has been consistent over the past two years in applying for scholarships and even helping prospective graduate students. E choke!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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As Graduate school application starts this month, please do not forget that building a strong application portfolio should be the priority. You may likely not be able to do anything about your CGPA at this point, but you can still influence the quality of the following:
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Some of you will not understand why it is important Paul G was cautioned on that tweet until you lose a golden opportunity.
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What I learnt in 5 years of my Ph.D. journey: ~ The choice of your advisor and lab environment is more important than the choice of the institution. ~ Novelty in research does not have to be complicated. Choose a project that can be finished in your desired time frame.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Dr. Ajayi sounds so nice!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Iowa State University Application fee waiver info:
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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The irony is the people hailing him as a good opposition will use the "Agbaje & GRV" campaign style on him if he becomes the front runner opposition candidate.
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I just wrote an open letter to the Governor on Public Procurement awards reported by LASG for the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2023, highlighting a number of issues for further scrutiny and remedial action. Judicious use of public funds is always important, and is especially so now.
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In your SOP you wrote; I am a young, dynamic, and resilient early career researcher. Few weeks later in Graduate school: Nobody told me Graduate school is difficult. Me: Where is your resilience? Resilience Isonu.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Graduate school/Scholarship is real hard work. It does not come easy. Some times, whenever I review sample e-mails for folks, they come back complaining of not getting any/appropriate response after sending to few potential advisors. And they would ask me, hope there is... 1/n
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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F1 (USA) Visa application steps: (1) Request for your F1 "I-20" document from the institution you got admitted into. What if I got multiple offers from different institutions and I have not decided my top choice? This is not a problem because you are permitted to... 1/n
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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GRE Materials: If you are planning to write your GRE in the next couple of months, I have some materials that would help you ace the exam. In 2017, I had a score of 312 using some of these materials (including mobile apps). Kindly click on this folder link to have access to...
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Thank you all for the kind words. I wish I can respond to everyone, but it is quite impossible. Now, unto the next phase.
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Your HND or 2.2 should not be a limiting factor to securing graduate funding. Someone just shared his goodnews with me. He got a Graduate Assistantship for a Master's program starting Spring 2023. His undergrad CGPA was 2-2, but he did a WES evaluation and the rest is history.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Cold e-mails: Easy hacks (2) Before I share the essential paragraphs that your email should contain, it is important you know how to write the salutation in your e-mail. ~ The salutation should go as follows: Dear Professor Last name, - (the accepted format globally) E.g.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ Jesus.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Thisย isย the day theย Lordย has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
Insider info: Washington State University (WSU) is really interested in improving the diversity of its student population. If you are a prospective Graduate student of African origin, kindly maximize this opportunity to send in your application to this institution. Application
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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On SOP: ~ You should clearly articulate your previous experiences and how they relate to the program you are applying to. ~ You should state and show your enthusiasm for selecting the program of choice. The admission panel also wants to know why you are interested in the
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Scholarship information in one thread: 1. Steps to securing US admission: 2. Simple guide to writing an SOP: 3. To get familiar with different scholarships all over the world and how to prepare for standardized tests
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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How to write a good Personal Statement: A personal perspective. #Thread 1. Identify a problem statement/research question: Link your interest in a specific program (MS or Ph.D. research) to the identified problem statement/knowledge gap. E.g. I may be interested in a Ph.D.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Verily, verily, I say unto you, UK admission does not mean anything if you are not sure of the funding options. UK admission is the easiest to secure. Funding is the difficult thing.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Someone just shared his goodnews with me. Fully funded PhD admission in Business Administration. Non-STEM funding is real.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Not everyone would win Commonwealth Scholarship. Not everyone would win Mastercard. Not everyone would win Erasmus. But you can win some scholarships that would serve as springboards to these places you greatly desire. Diversify. Don't be rigid.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Some days ago, I promised a giveaway for those in Biological/Biomedical sciences. I don't have money to give out, but I have knowledge to share. In the month of July, I would be organizing a 2-hr workshop to demystify the US graduate school application process. Watch out!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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How to write a good Personal Statement: A personal perspective. #Thread 1. Identify a problem statement/research question: Link your interest in a specific program (MS or Ph.D. research) to the identified problem statement/knowledge gap. E.g. I may be interested in a Ph.D.
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Just last Wednesday.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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APC did not actually come to govern. Just propaganda all 365 days of the year.
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Samuel Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐ŸŒ
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This is Buhari saying what he did How does saying Sabiu Tunde โ€˜Yusufโ€™ did it make Buhari look? Not in charge, right?
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
International PhD Students are the real MVPs. Consistently thinking about: ~ Research ~ Family back home ~ Next steps to take (as regards jobs and immigration).
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
A convincing SOP is one that has been INTENTIONALLY and PATIENTLY written based on the academic/research experience/background of the writer (the sole applicant). Do not outsource it.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
I think "E-mail ethics" is one of the things we need to teach prospective graduate students.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
4 years
Yah! The first paper from my current PhD research has been accepted. ~ I have officially published as a sleep scientist. ~ This is my first "first-author" paper.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
As a Graduate Student in the US (especially international students), ensure (if possible) to tick the following before you graduate from Grad. School: 1. Research - with publication evidence. 2. Teaching - be involved in 1 or 2 courses even if your advisor can fund... 1/n
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
I always feel fulfilled helping prospective students navigate Graduate applications and scholarships.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
1 year
SOP Hack (2): Second paragraph - This is where you clearly articulate your academic/research background. You are at an advantage if your previous research experience aligns with your current research interest. If not, you are still expected to describe it so that you can show...
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
PLAN AHEAD One thing I learnt from my NYSC stint was planning your life at least a year ahead of time. I couldn't apply to a lot of Commonwealth Shared Scholarship institutions because I returned from my service year without having the required documents in my possession. 1/n
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
Graduate School Information: If you are interested in the 2022 Graduate school application, kindly go through the document below (created by @adewaleopeoluw4 ) for concise information.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
Earlier today. Happy Sunday!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
Some simple facts: 1. You can do a straight PhD with your Bachelor's degree. However your CGPA must be strong and/or you should have a robust research experience. 2. In the US, you can request for Application fee waiver. It has no bearing with your prospect of being funded. But
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
Yeah! It's August. Welcome to a new month, friends. ~ The Ajayis
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
Graduate school is stressful oh. At least we are saying it again.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
June 1st ~ Got served a summer school application breakfast July 1st ~ Got served the biggest news of the year (so far). A lot can change in a month.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
1 year
SOP Hack (3): Third Paragraph: This is where you describe non-academic experiences - such as leadership, volunteering and professional experiences that are relevant to the program you are applying to. Your focus should be on skills gained, results obtained and expertise earned.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
My wife and daughter are the real MVPs. Happy Valentine's day!
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
Left pix: The e-mail I got in 2020 stating that my application was not successful. Right pix: The e-mail I got in 2021 stating that my proposal was accepted for funding. I remembered after receiving the first e-mail in 2020, I got back to work. Reviewed the feedback on the....
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
US Graduate school applications: ~ Dec. 1 deadline passed. ~ Dec. 15 and January 1 deadlines next. Just a reminder.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
5 months
Completing my Ph.D.
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Olumuyiwa Igbalajobi, Ph.D
5 months
What are you thankful for in 2023?
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
My US experience: I applied to two schools for my PhD; the University of Cincinnati (UC) and the University of Florida (UF). Two different programs: Biological Sciences (based off my undergrad degree) and Environmental Health (based off my Master's degree). I got accepted by
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
Just like someone said; if you cannot compose a cold e-mail or write your SOP, then Graduate school might not be the obvious choice for you. Cos, I am trying to understand how you will contract out your assignments and manuscript writing responsibilities. E no gel at all.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
5 months
With a college degree in the US, you only face 2% unemployment rate. That is massive.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
Some 5 years ago while I was on the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship (for my MSc.). Location: Kingston, Jamaica. One of the opportunities paid education gave me is traveling to new places (I never thought I would go).
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
1 year
SOP Hack (4): Fourth Paragraph: This is the section where you convince the admission committee why you chose their institution and the department/program. Reasons could be based on the ranking of the institution or the program, the program curriculum, the institution policy...
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
10 months
Fresh from the oven.....
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
1 year
Somewhere at Alagbaka, Akure.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
What a good feeling! I was able to get our organization approved on Campus (through the help of my Team members). University of Cincinnati Nigerian Students' Association.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
3 years
This life no balance. I dey do PhD. Someone is making 600k monthly from Akara business at Iwo Road.
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
If an Ivy League school "dey enter your eye", please go ahead and shoot your shot. These institutions are made for humans, and not aliens. However, due to the significantly low acceptance rates at Ivy Leagues, one best shot of getting considered is to do the work of providing...
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Oluwaseun M. Ajayi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
2 years
Do you know that Estonia can be your study destination? And the country can be a springboard to the country of your dreams. Facts: ~ Most of the programs are taught entirely in English language. ~IELTS/TOEFL is a requirement for some schools. But if you can show that your...
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