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Episode 10. Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Thousands of people start graduate programs every year – and over time, many come to question their choice. Is the program right for me? Do I have too much going on in my life? Is this degree worth it? We asked five people how they dealt with these questions, and, in the end, found answers that worked for them.

Suman Varghese and Rob Desjardins - 16 May 2025

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