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Charlotte Lai
Recent Oxford history graduate who applied to multiple U.S. and U.K. graduate programs; spoke about her research on Tokugawa whaling, application experiences, and plans for further study and language training.
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Oct 31, 2025
• 59min
Episode 601 - On Grad School (w/Charlotte Lai!)
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In this enlightening discussion, Charlotte Lai, a recent Oxford history graduate, dives into her experiences applying to graduate programs in the U.S. and U.K. She shares her unique research focus on Tokugawa whaling and valuable insights on choosing the right program, like Columbia’s deferred master's. Charlotte emphasizes the importance of matching with supervisors and securing strong references. She also provides encouragement for aspiring grad students about balancing ambition with practical backup plans—ideal for anyone curious about academia!
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