What do you like about your graduate program at Ohio State?

The best thing about the program is the people. I also like that the program is multidisciplinary and there is flexibility in choosing an area to study.

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What has been your experience in obtaining financial aid?

I have been a graduate teaching associate since I started in the program. As a graduate associate, I have worked with several professors for a few different classes. My responsibilities have mainly been grading, holding office hours, and occasionally filling in for a professor who is out of town.

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What do you like about Columbus?

Columbus has many of the things of a large city, but the atmosphere is not as intimidating. The parks are very nice, and there are many other things to see and do.

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What do you study and research?

My master's thesis was on the evaluation of financial education programs. I am currently exploring topics for my dissertation.

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Why did you decide to be a Buckeye?

I chose to come to Ohio State because the department faculty were very friendly and helpful, and because the program was the closest match to what I was looking for.

What do you like about your graduate program at Ohio State?

My graduate program at the Ohio State University (OSU) has, in my opinion, the best faculty and program in the Consumer Science area to nurture me towards my fullest potentials. In addition, OSU has excellent Medical and Public Health programs, which would further enrich my area of interests and research. And those are two of the many big things that I like about my graduate program in OSU.

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What has been your experience in obtaining financial aid?

Obtaining a financial aid is not easy. First, you need to compete with other applicants from all corners of the world to get acceptance into OSU. Next, you need to stand out among the cream of the crops so that the department would hire you. Then, you need to prove that you are able to work efficiently and maintain your high work standard.

As a graduate assistant, I help my supervisor with research and teaching which include teaching, grading, simple web-designing, literature searching, data managing, and data analyzing.

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What do you like about Columbus?

Unlike a typical university town, the greater Columbus area comprises of special features of big cities, unique small cities, and everything in between. On the “big-city” side, Columbus has COSI (Center Of Science and Industry), the Columbus Zoo, an International Airport, interstate and state highways, libraries, skiing parks, and recreational parks.

On the “small-city” side, the greater Columbus area draws together various cultures that supply Columbus with restaurants, malls, and grocery stores of ethnic groups such as American, German, Greek, Hispanic, Middle-Eastern, Chinese, and Indian. If you travel a little bit, you can explore various farms, and visit German Village and the warm Amish country. As in all cities, there are places in Columbus that you do not want to be at times, but that’s Columbus. As the Census indicates, in many ways, Columbus is a good representation of America.

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What do you study and research?

In general, I study people’s well-being that includes income, poverty, expenditure, consumption, time-use, human capital, and savings. It is basically business, management, and finance but from the outlook of households, instead of firms. My specialization is in time intergenerational transfer between elderly and the younger generations, particularly their children. I look at how much elderly and their children spend time on each other (in parental care, childcare assistance) given their financial intergenerational transfer and health conditions.

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Any comment on the Research facilities, teaching, opportunities?

The Ohio State University is a well-established university that is still striving for excellence. The university administration puts a lot of effort to ensure quality education through education, research, and extension services. This includes hiring high-quality lecturers, updating hardware and software, and upgrading the facilities. The strategic location of Columbus, along with the International Airport and Highways, attract many renowned speakers, excellent workers, brilliant workforce, and exciting events.

What do you like about your graduate program at Ohio State?

OSU has one of the best programs in my field. The faculty is very dynamic and has diverse research interests. They are truly interested in well-being of their students. The experience has been extremely rewarding and I am sure the training that I receive in this department will make me very competitive.

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What has been your experience in obtaining financial aid?

I had no problems in getting a Graduate Associateship. The department provided the associateship. As a Graduate Associate, I research various timely topics with the faculty with the intention of publishing the research in a journal or presenting it at a conference. It is a enriching experience to work under the guidance of experienced researchers in the field.

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What do you like about Columbus?

Columbus is a culturally diverse place. I like the sports facilities (like skiing) in and around Columbus. The public transportation is really good. The cost of living is extremely reasonable. It is a wonderful place to shop. There is plenty to do in the city.

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What do you study and research?

My specific area of interest Consumer Behavior, specifically with reference to health care issues. My areas of specialization are Consumer Behavior and Statistics.

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Any comment on the Research facilities, teaching, opportunities?

There are various outstanding professors in the department who provide lots of encouragement and guidance to do research. They are extremely accommodating when it comes to the research interests of the students. Teaching assistantships and teaching practicum provide ample opportunities to develop teaching skills.