I Gave My Ph.D. Thesis Proposal/Oral Exam

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

Intro is supposed to say "later" instead of "u" idk what happened there. I think Flammable Maths messed with my edits again.

[@hamza1543]

_U_

[@GurleenkaurNanda]

U

[@Kyle56747]

“Let Later=u”

[@edgar4887]

U

[@selimtopal1247]

u

[@josecordova32]

"Test so nice I took it twice" *Bars*

[@mytoesareblack5757]

🔥

[@jaykay2218]

Bars

[@ishumishra7472]

from the "death of a bachelor" to "birth of a doctor".

[@gabrieldefreitascoelhocarr9556]

Thats kinda make sense, but I prefer to say bachelor suffered a metamorphosis and became a doctor.

[@akshatchobdar3038]

@@gabrieldefreitascoelhocarr9556 lol. He now has 2 brains and 8 eyes

[@leafypath7290]

"We regret ot inform you..." Jeez, what a scary way to say that you passed. Congrats though, enjoy your PhD!

[@ernestonasution8693]

yea i shit myself

[@frogstereighteeng5499]

Apparently it's a common occurence with these sorts of things. I've heard of people saying "we regret to inform you that you, dr. __, that you finished", at their thesis defence

[@dildobaggins2759]

That advisors a dik ime sure Andrew worked extremely hard and feels under pressure 24/7 and these advisors play around with their words like that wtf...?

[@jsal7666]

@@frogstereighteeng5499 People do that regularly? Oh my lord.

[@frogstereighteeng5499]

@@dildobaggins2759 I mean, comment on the efficacy of it, but it's likely from everyone who did that to them. It can be seen as the perpetuation of tradition.

[@maureendotson4634]

You’re going to do great things Andrew. You’re right - this is just the beginning!! ~ Love Mom 💕

[@blueeye2281]

Nice to see you.

[@ibrahimexplains1141]

awww how sweet

[@geitekop507]

You raised a good boy

Wholesome mum

[@fuzzytrex667]

I wonder if Andrew will be able to, as a PhD, finally answer why he was taking such long showers in high school

[@stt5v2002]

Ah, physics professors. That classic "we regret to inform you that your solution was both well thought out and eloquently presented" joke was crushing my soul way back in 1994.

[@vikiv.1352]

And then they say BUT

[@Redditaurus]

Then the guy who doesn't get the joke, has it explained, still doesn't understand. Confused as hell, but the committee uses simple words, and now it all makes sense in his head.

[@PapaFlammy69]

*_p h D_*

[@maxwellsequation4887]

Atticc boi

[@tomiticus4967]

P retty H uge D ing dong (keeping it family friendly)

[@meowwwww6350]

Papa!!

[@dusanminarik4367]

It's in the physics

[@SmajdalfFrogi12]

I think Papa found the D term as well

[@generalgrievous3731]

Me, who's in highschool AP Physics 1: "I like your funny words, magic man."

[@nottcurious5284]

I feel you

[@alanpadillacampoy8593]

Me who is in his third year of university physics: "I like your funny words magic man"

[@Heulerado]

Me who is in 2nd year theoretical physics PhD in a different topic: "I like your funny words magic man"

[@갱갱항상]

me who isn’t even taking physics: I don’t understand your words, Magic man

[@mortalterminus]

Me, a physics dropout, "Damn, I fucked up."

[@davegoel1560]

20 years later, students will be studying the Dotson Law, named after the guy who held the first physics meme review

[@akshatchobdar3038]

Lol

[@maxwellsequation4887]

Dotson's law : If a meme ain't about physics, it ain't a meme.

[@NachoSchips]

​@@maxwellsequation4887Dotson's second law of memes: If you laugh you integrate

[@abhishekkp7121]

The good looking Physicist, who lives in papa flammy's basement.

[@stenarsk6877]

Lmao

[@slushyslushy7777]

A normie in a weebs basement? The world is truly in chaos...

[@Sasukej2004]

I need a netflix series on da

[@MarkMcDaniel]

No, Flammy lives in Andrew's attic.

[@titaninsane]

6:54 is the literal definition of "Had us in the first half, not gonna lie".

[@brandonwalker5011]

"literal definition" Linked part of the video has nothing to do with that saying. 🤔

[@titaninsane]

@@brandonwalker5011 Thanks for the correction.

[@asiamies9153]

6:00

[@samt1903]

"We regret to inform you" 100% their intention was to scare you just for fun XD

[@starguy2718]

Hazing the newbie.

[@ZenonLite]

I’m so early there is no spontaneous symmetry breaking yet.

[@Rubbergnome]

aaaand here's your 111st like.

[@cgme7076]

And here I am not understanding the joke... I’m so stupid lol

[@srijan1660]

Andrew, I have been here since early 2019, I can safely say, that I have never felt happier for someone passing a phd exam cheers

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

Thanks a lot!

[@jackp4447]

My reaction when seeing new Andrew Dotson content: “Oh hell yeah!” My reaction when I saw the “We regret to inform you...” intro: “Oh hell no!” Such emotional roller coasters these videos are

[@Waffleman860]

Congrats! "All that's left for us is to do PhDs" - dangerous words.

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

loll we're doomed

[@leif1075]

@@AndrewDotsonvideos Is grad school mostly fun and enjoyable and not too stressful and boring or depressing?

[@godiswatching_895]

Im more invested in your journey as a physicist than my own at this point LOL. Can’t wait to see this play out :]

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

:]

[@DoctorHogmaster]

When I defended my proposal I was grilled for an hour, and they were not gentle. I thought they hated everything about it, and maybe me as a person. As it turns out, they really liked it, and were just trying to push me to do my best work. The experience was so rough that it felt like it broke me, but sort of in a good way. Ever since then, every presentation felt so much easier. Even my dissertation defense felt easy by comparison. One fellow grad student even commented that they thought I was almost “too relaxed and confident” during my final. In short, great job! That’s a heck of a milestone! Also, don’t be surprised if a group of grad students later meets that professor out in the parking lot to “discuss some particle interactions”. 😜

[@jgionnvdjovfdpm]

The last time I came this early I became a father.

[@randomblueguy]

Last time I was this early you were a mother

[@kawaichanx3]

Congratulation

[@MaeV808]

Congratulations

[@DrTrefor]

Congrats Andrew! That all sounds much scarier than my math PhD, I just had to pass written comprehensives nothing oral....but probably ultimately a good experience to have:D

[@infinityinf1]

Bro my heart sank when you said "we regret to inform you" That's how much I'm rooting for you!

[@dinos372]

"They had us in the first half, im not gonna lie..."

[@listentome5583]

I talked about you to my cheme professor and he actually watches your content. I wish the semester wasn’t over so we could talk about your accomplishment!! We first talked about you when I wore some stemerch and we were nerding out along with some students. Long story short, you inspire me to many things concerning my major and aspirations so thank you!

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

What a small world!

[@RC32Smiths01]

Congrats on passing the exam! You deserve it!

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

Thank you!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@AndrewDotsonvideos My pleasure!

[@shannontobin7825]

I can’t wait to read about Andrew in my grandchildren’s physics/history books

[@Eigenbros]

The last time I was this early to an Andrew Dotson video, he still used whiteboards to solve physics problems.

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

😂

[@abijo5052]

It's so crazy how convoluted the US system is, seems like there's so many extra steps. Well done!

[@PoulpeMalade_]

Wow congrat's. You are such a model for everyone of us physics undergrad

[@beaconstrips]

Thats awesome man! Just did my calc 1 exam earlier today so i have a long way to go lol but you're inspiring!

[@karthigamanivannan7922]

wow. congratulations....you are free from all formal exams...and entered into research field. you are doing great work and the moment when you came to know that '' you have passed oral exam'' would have been the best right!!. AND ONCE AGAIN CONGRATULATIONS....research scholar..

[@FelipeTellez]

I'm a doctoral candidate in music, and watching your journey has been super inspirational/helpful man. Keep the hits comin`!

[@rom7633]

"We regret to inform you" is the professional equivalent of "We need to talk"

[@videomaniacion]

So inspiring to see you and your physics career progress throughout the years. Keep up the good work (soon to be Dr.) Andrew

[@koktszfung]

No one: The comittee: We regret to inform you

[@matejdudjak9969]

also the comittee: You passed

[@devotoshganguly5038]

Wow! Congratulations on being able to nail that oral exam. Really got a lot of insights on how to present your proposal in front of the committee, that too from my favourite Physics senior.🙌🏻

[@ClemoVernandez]

Nice. Literally shat myself when I thought they rejected you but I'm glad you got through. you worked very hard for this!

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

Sorry to put you through that, you can clean yourself up after you finish the video.

[@evanfox3136]

@@AndrewDotsonvideos what’s happens if you fail the oral? They just throw you out or can you try again

[@Drewbie_T]

From the physics GRE performance to not getting in the first time around and persevering through to reapply and get accepted, and now being a full blown PhD candidate. (I never doubted you). No one can say you did not earn this qualification, what a guy.

[@AndrewDotsonvideos]

It’s been a wild ride!

[@projectvr3]

Been following you since I took Physics 1. I'm happy you got what you deserve!

[@MrCaptainFrosty]

Man watching these PhD videos as someone who has been debating getting one you've definitely helped me out with seeing the difficultly and challenge of the whole process much thanks Andrew

[@jesschil266]

That's so glad to hear! Congratulations 🎊🎊

[@ixw820]

This has been such a handy channel for me. I'm a math student, but I'm gearing towards applying to a graduate program for the Fall, so seeing this type of content makes me feel like I can prepare for it

[@wibufisika9606]

My Gosh, hearing your journey on your PhD makes me pumped up doing my Undergraduate. I hope I can get a PhD just like you.

[@groenase3261]

Gosh, my heart also sank with the video's beginning lol. Wish you all the best Andrew!

[@dozzco2827]

Brilliant, Congratulations Man! That's great news!

[@elijahcamcam4611]

Congrats Andrew sorry this is late. I am so excited to read your thesis one day when it it published. Have a good day Doctor Dotson!

[@arcjones1991]

Congratulations Andrew wishing you all the best 👍

[@shantanudash7]

Congratulations Andrew. Hoping to learn more about your research!!

[@magomoi1]

Awesomeeeee!!!! Congratulations Andrew! I've been following you through all my physics degree and last month, finally, I passed my oral exam to start a PhD in accelerator and nanoscale physics!!! I'm so happy each time I see your videos, it makes the ride more enjoyable :)

[@gabrielcarreno3586]

Congrats! I've been watching you since almost 2 years now and I'm happy to know you're breaking through with the PhD!! I think watching for so long has given me a greater understanding of physics than a normal pre-med student lol 😂

[@erockromulan9329]

Way to go Andrew! Watching your videos through my undergrad years inspired me to go to grad school too. I'm finishing up my first semester as a PhD candidate in Mech Engineering as we speak. Thank you for all you do and good luck my man!

[@TrollGamerStudios]

Reminds me of when I got a film grant in March with the first sentence being “We regret to inform you that you have won a grant during this difficult time...”

[@epidrom]

Congrats! Wish you all the best for the way that lies ahead of you :)

[@WelshPortato]

so happy for you and kelly! know you're gonna smash it :))

[@earendilthebright5402]

Been following your progress for a really long time now man. So proud of you! Congratu-fuckin-lations!

[@Frostbitten.]

Dude, you have no idea how inspiring you are to me. Thanks so much for your channel

[@stpeter1241]

Its been incredible watching you go through this journey. Thank you Andrew.

[@joaago1]

Gratulation Andrew, you've been working for this for a long time and thank you for sharing your experiance with us.

[@geographyfloor]

Been subscribed to you for a while, so happy to see you officially be a PhD candidate! Can’t wait to hear which new topics in Physics are named after you

[@chrisparker9672]

Congratulations! Your videos are so cool to see. I had to drop out of physics grad school, but I am counting the days until I can go back and get my PhD. There really something is (grueling and) special about the process. Keep it up, thanks for sharing with us, and congratulations again!

[@christianreynolds612]

I can't begin to explain how happy I am for you man, I've been here for years now and it's crazy to see how quickly it's passed. I'm sure you'll do amazing!

[@jbones2426]

I gave a thumbs up in the first 10 seconds of the video, and just subscribed. - congrats guys!

[@LeoxandarMagnus]

I love that you let us into these processes. Congratulations, this is a momentous achievement!

[@Prince_Sharming]

Congrats! Prospective Master's MSE student here and this content is making me feel less nervous about the trials to come ahead.

[@salemi7438]

Yay!!! I’m so happy for you two

[@shannontobin7825]

Congrats! Im not a physics person, but I love hearing people talk about it! And it’s good to hear about the PHD process bc Im thinking about getting a PHD in the realm of Comp Sci

[@boomer1212]

Really happy for you, i hope all the best to you!!

[@richardstone5096]

This is so exciting, well done!

[@Scriabin_fan]

Congratulations Andrew! Your journey has been awe-inspiring.

[@elijahfranowicz]

Following this journey with you has been amazing - good luck!

[@MrPhenomena123]

Congrats Andrew! I know you’ll do great with your PhD and congrats to Kelley as well. I look up to you man, you are one of the few people who inspires me to get a PhD in physics. Still have a long way but I’ve been learning a lot from your videos since I started my physics degree.

[@Racerdew]

Quite a journey. Congrats. Super interesting to see the process. Physics seems like the most intimidating discipline. I aspire to reach PhD candidate status in neuroscience eventually.

[@farhannoor3935]

I have 2 semesters worth of finals upcoming [[Freshman, Phys major, covid means all finals are pushed back to be taken together here... lmao]], tensed af right now yet this Dotson boii got me tensed in the 1st half over his oral exam. Congrats man! Your documentation of the journey thus far is our motivation going into Physics..cant wait to see whats next for you, and well me

[@tomasbarrosgoncalves]

Congrats, Dr. Dotson! Best of luck with your PhD! :D

[@6023barath]

Congratulations to you and Kelly on passing your oral exams!! This is awesome news! 😄

[@juliaifrank]

I love how humble this video is. Congratulations Andrew and Kelley! I always enjoy your videos.

[@gledsonjuniormonteiro2995]

congrants Andrew, you're an inspiration for me and all yours subscribers!! Wish you happiness and success!!

[@emiliofajardo7757]

Heck yea!!!! Man, I've been following your journey, and I have to say, you are an inspiration on many levels! Congratulations!

[@udaysubramaniam2530]

Wow congratulations Andrew 🥳🙏

[@tsungimukandi5152]

Congratulations Andrew Dotson!

[@techlife5144]

We can really feel the excitement for what you are doing... nice, I love that

[@CreativeYousername]

Interesting to learn how other schools/departments do things. In my biochemistry prelim exam I was assigned four random committee members, and had to do a proposal/oral presentation on a research project unrelated to our current research. WORST TWO HOURS OF MY LIFE. Congrats on passing though, it's a great feeling!

[@tannerberry8133]

Congratulations man! Ur videos really helps young wanna be physicists like me not feel like its an insurmountable goal.

[@MyTBrain]

Can’t wait to read your dissertation!👍🤘Congrats!

[@lady_layne]

Congratulations on making it!!

[@yeetyeet7312]

Congrats man I'm just a high school student who wants to become a theoretical physicist I saw Ur tensor calculus and became super excited again congratulations

[@Eduardo-pn5xc]

Congratulations! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us! It is really valuable information! Good Luck in your P.h.D.

[@rohithnarra9026]

I’m so happy for and proud of you Andrew! Asping condensed matter physicist here

[@IcarusGravitas]

Yes! Congratulations!!! Good Luck on your Thesis!!!

[@wind_reader]

What an absolute chad. Congratulations, man, for real. I've watched a few of your videos now, and you've become an inspiration to me, a Maths freshman.

[@AdityaKumar-ij5ok]

a great sense of satisfaction there on your face, congrats!! An official theoretical physicist; so much to experience!!

[@josej.camposzeledon3127]

Congratulations dude! Part of the reason I switched to a Physics major was because of you videos and the fun, accesible way you present us the topic. I´ve been watching you for some years and it makes me very happy to see you triumph, best wishes!

[@ahorribleperson3302]

Andrew, I have come to believe that you are my guardian theta. When you got your test results back and did good, I got them back in the same week (high school and did good) and the day this video comes out I get my uni application number and I am pretty sure I can get into the one I want.

[@jametsu]

Congrats man. My heart sank for you when I heard what happened at the beginning and I thought you'd failed. Huge congratulations!

[@BrunsterCoelho]

Congratulations Andrew! Very excited to follow your journey

[@Nep2nn]

Awww congrats. I was so nervous after the title. Your video helped me to think more clearly about what to pursue as a move toward starting a PhD program. Yayy you did it

[@chrisclarkeML]

Thank you for this video! I'm taking my PhD oral exam in a month, and this helped me think about what I needed to do!

[@BlackAlexMada]

Congrats Andrew! Time for the last bit of your degree and the start of your career

[@chaytanya2301]

Wooo! Congrats!!

[@logangeorge3996]

Congratulations! You're awesome. Keep up the good work.

[@roshanakadorabarrett562]

Congratulations brother!