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Hi, my name is Elise and I am the author of PhD Strides. This blog is the account of my life as I run, cook and experience new things on my way to earning my PhD.
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- So I need to fly first class more often. Warmed mixed nuts appetizer and a Salmon salad and white wine for lunch?! Yes please. #aa #travel at 2 hours ago
- Lima bound in style! First stop Dallas! #firstclass #travel #aa #peru instagram.com/p/atXQSrzbzD/ at 6 hours ago
- Major delays on BART. Weighing my options of can v. Waiting it out based on likelihood of missing my flight.... #travel at 7 hours ago
PhD strides
Tag Archives: beach
Breaking News: Just In…
My-oh-my. These past two weeks have been ridiculous. The week before my prelim retake consisted of 12-14 hour study days for SEVEN DAYS STRAIGHT. During this time I also managed to do my long last run – it was supposed … Continue reading
Posted in Blogging, California, PhD
Tagged beach, blogging, economics, food, friends, grad school, half moon bay international marathon, marathon, PhD
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Weekend Getaway: Los Angeles
I spent last weekend outside of LA in Simi Valley with my aunt and uncle. I didn’t have access to internet, so I took the chance to just disconnect from the world. And let me tell you, I had a … Continue reading
Posted in California, los angeles, Vacation
Tagged beach, botanical gardens, California, hermosa beach, LA, los angeles, rocky peak trail, Santa Cruz, simi valley, social media, vacation, venice beach
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Last Few Days in SC
The last few days in Santa Cruz have been, what I believe, very much like what Santa Cruz is to most people who are not in PhD programs: really fun, carefree, beautiful and relaxing. I’ve been to the beach: Made … Continue reading
Posted in California, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Graduate School, PhD, Vacation, Vegan
Tagged beach, Bloggers, California, food, gluten free, Mexican, PhD, refried beans, Santa Cruz, tostados, twitter, vegan, Whole Foods
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