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May 01, 2008 Cait rated it liked it
I loved reading these as webcomics, but they don't stay as funny through multiple re-reads, although I do still adore the characters.I loved reading these as webcomics, but they don't stay as funny through multiple re-reads, although I do still adore the characters. ...more
Feb 08, 2019 Ali rated it really liked it
I may be more nostalgic for this comic than anything, but I do find that this volume really does capture much of the joy I have had reading it.
Apr 25, 2015 Kay rated it really liked it
This series used to be my ameliorative drug of choice. Could certainly identify with the characters' seemingly hopeless state of mind and body.
Jun 06, 2017 Brenna rated it it was amazing
appreciate the creativity and thought behind this book.
Mar 13, 2018 Kritika rated it really liked it
THESE COMICS GET ME THROUGH GRAD SCHOOL. Enough said.
Being the first book of the five book series, this one takes some time to get going. Toward the end, the drawings have become much better.
Jan 18, 2020 Beth rated it really liked it
Fun to reread the original strips that are very Stanford-centric and often reference events in the local or national news.
Jan 05, 2021 Shikha Bangar rated it it was amazing
A very funny book, a good way to laugh and cry at the same time (if you are a Ph.D. student).
The best comic strip series I have ever had!
Dec 31, 2011 Anthony rated it liked it
Recommends it for: graduate students, would-be graduate students
You may be aware of the PhD Comics strip that's syndicated in papers around the world and comes to you in web form. This is the first of three full-length books of reprinted strips and chronicles the 'early years' of PhD life. I typically find Cham's work hilarious, though was let down by this collection. Piled Higher and Deeper gives the impression that PhD life is only about the pursuit of free food, the gradual decline in posture, the deterioration of social skills, low pay and long hours, anYou may be aware of the PhD Comics strip that's syndicated in papers around the world and comes to you in web form. This is the first of three full-length books of reprinted strips and chronicles the 'early years' of PhD life. I typically find Cham's work hilarious, though was let down by this collection. Piled Higher and Deeper gives the impression that PhD life is only about the pursuit of free food, the gradual decline in posture, the deterioration of social skills, low pay and long hours, and the lord-vassal relationship between PhD student and adviser. Oh but that's right - that's about all it is.... ...more
Apr 18, 2012 Gabriel Gapas rated it really liked it
I've seen most of the comic strips in this book and I found them very amusing, despite the fact that I am still an undergraduate. I understand the grad school life since I have relatives who went through it and got their masters/doctorates after a long time of doing their theses/dissertations.
P.S. I have plans of pursuing about 2-3 Master's Degrees (Archaeology, Language and Literature, and Forensic Linguistics) and a Doctorate in English. I always check this comic to see and know what to expec
I've seen most of the comic strips in this book and I found them very amusing, despite the fact that I am still an undergraduate. I understand the grad school life since I have relatives who went through it and got their masters/doctorates after a long time of doing their theses/dissertations.
P.S. I have plans of pursuing about 2-3 Master's Degrees (Archaeology, Language and Literature, and Forensic Linguistics) and a Doctorate in English. I always check this comic to see and know what to expect in the graduate academia.
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Nov 09, 2012 Sherry rated it really liked it
This was a gift from my mom and brother last Christmas, which I had put on my wish list, because I was planning to finish up my graduate degree. I read through the entire book while I was working on my thesis, and it was very therapeutic (and confirmed my belief that a master's degree would be far enough).
It got a bit repetitive about certain jokes, such as free food, the hopelessness of research, avoiding one's faculty, etc. Some of those jokes eventually got tired. But otherwise, it was a fun
This was a gift from my mom and brother last Christmas, which I had put on my wish list, because I was planning to finish up my graduate degree. I read through the entire book while I was working on my thesis, and it was very therapeutic (and confirmed my belief that a master's degree would be far enough).
It got a bit repetitive about certain jokes, such as free food, the hopelessness of research, avoiding one's faculty, etc. Some of those jokes eventually got tired. But otherwise, it was a fun complement to my graduate degree experience.
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Nov 03, 2008 Liza rated it it was amazing
If you are doing a PhD or a masters degree in engineering (or any other science, with social science being considered at a stretch), you will absolutely LOVE this comic series. Get the electronic version on your computer and check it every day, send it to all your friends and procrastinate with it to your heart's content. Go to www.phdcomics.com
However, if you are not a grad student, or have never been one, this will likely go over your head a bit....
If you are doing a PhD or a masters degree in engineering (or any other science, with social science being considered at a stretch), you will absolutely LOVE this comic series. Get the electronic version on your computer and check it every day, send it to all your friends and procrastinate with it to your heart's content. Go to www.phdcomics.com
However, if you are not a grad student, or have never been one, this will likely go over your head a bit....
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Nov 19, 2014 Aishe rated it really liked it
Although I did not pursue a PhD in the hard sciences, I still felt that these vignettes were true to my experience as a graduate student, and that of my friends and peers. The characters were instantly recognizable and relatable. All you had to do was insert snow, and these events could have taken place at my institution. I found the subject matter refreshing, and irreverent, and brutally honest. I definitely recommend it as a break from tedium for all my grad friends!
Jun 09, 2008 Tucker rated it it was amazing
Jorge Cham nails the trials and tribulations that almost every graduate student endures and makes it incredibly funny while doing so. If you are in graduate school they are a must read. If you are planning on going to graduate school, read these comics they may be able to save you before its too late.
Apr 02, 2009 ratna rated it really liked it
haven't actually bought the book, just followed the comic strips in "Piled Higher and Deeper" from time to time (well, actually not only reading them, but also having them as the wallpaper of my lab computer :p)
Someday, when I finish, I'd like to have this book. To remind me of the life (or THE LACK THEREOF :D) during this time :)
haven't actually bought the book, just followed the comic strips in "Piled Higher and Deeper" from time to time (well, actually not only reading them, but also having them as the wallpaper of my lab computer :p)
Someday, when I finish, I'd like to have this book. To remind me of the life (or THE LACK THEREOF :D) during this time :)
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Sep 24, 2011 Norain rated it really liked it
I have been considering about furthering my study to higher levels but this comic made me re-consider my option. I mean, having Dr prefixed to your name sounds grand but… whose idea was that originally? And really, what does it mean?
To Dr Y my probable adviser, if I am not continuing under you then blame Dr Cham. Or, maybe thank him for saving me?
Jan 03, 2013 Jill rated it it was amazing
I randomly picked this up at San Diego Comic Con 2012 after being sold from reading the first two panels. It's ridiculously hilarious and relatable plus quite well constructed. Definitely worth a read for anyone who has been through college either for undergrad or post-grad, especially those who have been in the science majors. I randomly picked this up at San Diego Comic Con 2012 after being sold from reading the first two panels. It's ridiculously hilarious and relatable plus quite well constructed. Definitely worth a read for anyone who has been through college either for undergrad or post-grad, especially those who have been in the science majors. ...more
The first "Piled Higher and Deeper" collection, it's a great look at life as a grad student. It's a bit oriented toward specific events at Stanford (where the author was a grad student at the time), but much of the humor is universal.The first "Piled Higher and Deeper" collection, it's a great look at life as a grad student. It's a bit oriented toward specific events at Stanford (where the author was a grad student at the time), but much of the humor is universal. ...more
Jun 02, 2011 Sarah rated it really liked it
Heard Cham speak and had my book signed when he came to my campus. A lovely man with a lovely message--we're all in this together, and grad school is not worth ruining your life (though it may make it a funny shape).Heard Cham speak and had my book signed when he came to my campus. A lovely man with a lovely message--we're all in this together, and grad school is not worth ruining your life (though it may make it a funny shape). ...more
Nov 05, 2007 Nurul rated it really liked it
A legitimate procrastination.... Amazing how this book covers all of the complains (and the fun, of course)of being a graduate student. Reminds me of......
Jun 10, 2010 Lynn rated it liked it
Recommends it for: Grad students
I read this at McDonalds King Albert Park. I aint a grad student yet, so the quips didnt strike me as an epiphany sort.
highly recommend. However I had to stop reading this while I was in grad school, because it hit a little too close to home.
Apr 24, 2011 J rated it really liked it
Very funny for anyone who has been (or is going) through the grad school process.
May 17, 2011 Nanc Price rated it it was amazing
The comics that started it all! Highly recommended for any academic in your life.
Jan 26, 2013 Brittany rated it really liked it
I think the comic really hits its stride later on but it's still great in the beginning too!I think the comic really hits its stride later on but it's still great in the beginning too! ...more
Jun 05, 2013 Lori rated it really liked it
Ah, the beginning of the comic strip! Nice to see where it all started! : )
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Jorge Cham is a Chinese-Panamanian post-doc best known for his popular newspaper and web comic strip Piled Higher and Deeper (PhD Comics). He first started drawing PhD Comics as a graduate student at Stanford University, and has since been syndicated in several university newspapers and in three published book collections.
Jorge Cham received his Bachelor's degree from Georgia Tech in 1997, and ear
Jorge Cham is a Chinese-Panamanian post-doc best known for his popular newspaper and web comic strip Piled Higher and Deeper (PhD Comics). He first started drawing PhD Comics as a graduate student at Stanford University, and has since been syndicated in several university newspapers and in three published book collections.
Jorge Cham received his Bachelor's degree from Georgia Tech in 1997, and earned a PhD in mechanical engineering from Stanford. He subsequently worked at Caltech as an instructor and as a researcher on neural prosthetics.
In 2005, Cham began an invited speaking tour of over 80 major universities delivering his talk titled "The Power of Procrastination". In this lecture, Cham talks about his experiences creating the comic strip and examines the sources of grad students' anxieties. He also explores the guilt and the myths associated with procrastination and argues that in many cases it is actually a good thing.
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