PhD Diaries | an unexpected turn of events; NYU rejection update

Hi friends, todays vid is a little random update!!!
Is this teaaaa or not ahaha I can’t tell
Vee

[@PoSHEmediaglobal]

Their loss Onward girl 🎉

[@drveekativhu]

Awww. I definitely think it’s a win for whoever got it instead of me! They definitely deserve that spot!! It just wasn’t my time and im so at peace with that now! 🖤👏🏾

[@ida8087]

Definitely a win.. getting rejected backstage and then they meet you face-to-face only to apologize and literally beg to have you back… But this time it’s you doing the rejection!! Look what they missed out on!!! Love it!!! A lesson we must all learn from!! Tables can turn so quickly!!!

[@drveekativhu]

I genuinely cannot tell you what a surreal moment that was! I think it was so cool how honest of a conversation we were able to have! Ofc I couldn’t include it all in the video but they really did feel bad! BUT I don’t think they should do! I think the right candidate got it instead. It wasn’t my time and I wrote a fab personal statement but that other candidate wrote a Phenomenal one that was even more impressive. And that’s okay!!! I Think it’s healthy to go head to head with such expectational students etc. I just really wanted to know whyyyyyyy they’d rejected so I could do better for my next PhD applications. So that moment wassss just such a closure moment for me more than anything !! But I’m so happy for the students they chose instead of me and I’m so glad I had that gap year. So glad I got to experience the loss of that PhD place for me to realise JUST how much I wanted to do it. So many thoughts ahahah But yes! We still love NYU and I hope one day I can collaborate with that professor somehow because I’m still so in awe of them !

[@BLESSINGMARIEE]

Love your energy Vee!

[@StreetwiseEconomics]

Glad you got the closure that you wanted! Forward and onward

[@shashavengesayi6055]

I appreciate the NYU professor for their honesty and acknowledging how incredible you are. As some ppl say, "rejection is redirection", and to see you happy as u r killing it at what u do without the need of an NYU affiliation is awesome. Clairmont is where it's at. And why apply again if there's still a risk of being waitlisted/rejected

[@drveekativhu]

Yeahhh i respected the professor for even having that conversation with me honestly!!! I really do. Like wow. I feel like it’s a full circle moment and feel so happy in knowing this and moving on! I still love NYU !!! But I’m so excited for Claremontttttttt

[@shashavengesayi6055]

@@drveekativhu I’m happy you’re excited Vee. As a fellow Zimbo, inotidadisa nema achievements ako. That’s what I like about America is that u can get a good education anywhere.

[@jantutor8881]

Your maturity and poise in how you handled this situation is a lesson for us all. You're an educator Vee!

[@drveekativhu]

Aww thank you!

[@americanokosong]

It’s NYU’s lost! A win for Clairmont to have you! You made the right decision Vee!

[@drveekativhu]

Let’s go Claremont!! We still love NYU! They made the right decision for them and sadly I wasn’t the right candidate! But it’s. A growing moment and a wonderful life lesson for me !🖤🖤

[@HeyyyitsBell]

That’s a huge win! The professor remembered your personal statement over a year after reading it, and that’s with all the applications they have to go through.

[@PrincessDy00]

That story was crazy. 😮 Next step : Apply for an Adjunct professor position at NYU !

[@drveekativhu]

Right!!! I genuinely couldn’t believe it !!

[@alexp2488]

this is such an amazing story. i just got rejected to my dream school one week ago, and i know exactly how you’re feeling! i put my heart and soul in my application and worked on it for hoursss. it’s so good that you got closure and it makes me think about how being rejected doesn’t mean at all that you’re not qualified, sometimes there’s just something better out there that you can’t see yet❤

[@drveekativhu]

Aww sorry to hear that about your dream school! And of course! Rejection doesn’t mean you’re not qualified. It just means there was someone else at that moment in time that they felt pulled to More than you! But if it had been another day. Another year. Another moment. It may have been you! And that’s so comforting to know! So keep going pleaseeeeeeee

[@chasejohnson3645]

I think hearing that would make me reconsider everything, but if I was in your position I'd do the exact same thing. You can still work with the NYU professor in some capacity, it just might be different from what you originally wanted.

[@drveekativhu]

Ahahaha it definitely shocked me ! But I’m so happy with my life now that I could nottttttt even consider that ahahaha

[@04tlawal]

I agree. I think it’s amazing to know you were close because like you said I would rather be super close but didn’t get it than completely not considered. Everything happens for a reason. Well done Vee !!!

[@drveekativhu]

Yesssss I agreeee !

[@nanawordie7967]

Honestly them rejecting you is THEIR loss, if they couldn't see the type of student you are in the beginning then it's messed up to think you would still want to go there after the fact

[@drveekativhu]

Awww bless you! But honestly I think it’s more about them having had so many good candidates and we were all equally deserving so then the one who got it was definitely most deserving!!! It’s not easy and they were really really good from the sounds of it!! I’m just so happy to have closure now! It wasn’t my time and that’s okay!

[@jaylencalinaw1080]

girl, if you really did submit a good personal statement, plus you backed that up with your experiences and credentials (like really stellar achievements for your age), and they wouldn't give you a feedback on something as career-defining as a PhD application, I would just like think it's a THEY problem, not a YOU problem... now comes the professor part. he met you in a room full of professionals and educators and reputable people. we don't know if everything he said in your exchange was true to the tee, but im glad you've got the closure you wanted. also glad it's you who rejected them this time. ain't no way they're gonna be asking you to reconsider if you hadn't shown them (him) who Vee Kativhu is, the resolve she has and the power she holds. their loss.

[@velvet_coco]

I would definitely be happy to hear that and it would silence all of the doubts and negative self-talk. But you made the right choice by turning them down!! You are one of the most amazing people that I know and it was definitely their loss

[@jaylencalinaw1080]

Also Vee, could we perhaps get a glimpse of what this personal statement looks/sounds like? because the way you and the admissions officers and the professor describe it, im sold.

[@mubangachibanga149]

It’s proper tea! I’m so glad you got your closure 😊…it was a beautiful validation of your brilliance.

[@drveekativhu]

Such tea!! I couldn’t believe what was happening

[@Words-of-Embrace]

Well done to you. The experience validates you, but more importantly, you are going where you are purposed to be. It is definitely their loss, and they must be kicking themselves hard. God's continued blessings on your new venture

[@drveekativhu]

Thank YOUUUUUUUUUUU👏🏾🖤🖤

[@donnathompson9557]

That right there was the biggest confidence hair raising moment ever. Girl you did good then and now. That's power building experience

[@cathycreates]

Awwww. Still a win!! Keep that e-mail, who knows what the future will bring. The academic world is small and you may well have the opportunity to work with them in the future!

[@drveekativhu]

Thank you thank you! Yessss I really hope to work with them in the future!

[@cathycreates]

@@drveekativhu It’ll happen in one way or another. Keep going my friend. You’re such an inspiration.

[@starstel1461]

Proud of you Vee. This is a win for you. One thing I just learnt is contacting schools that rejected my application to find out why. Even though I got enrolled elsewhere, it would have been good to know why. Thanks for sharing

[@drveekativhu]

Ouhh that’s so smart!!!! Thank you for that tip. Hoping others will see this too and try it! It’s so important to get closure if you need it

[@milesmathonsi]

girl God really sent a message through a human to you like i believe in God even more after this yes this is tea like vee its crazy how you always at the right place at the right time love it for you

[@drveekativhu]

Thank youuuuuuuuuuu!! I really was BAFFLED. I could nottttt believe it

[@breno910]

Wow, that is a crazy turn of event! Your response was 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. Keep going forward Vee 🤗 - if possible, can you make a video on how to write a personal statement? The structure of it. I’m applying to a PhD program this fall & a bit nervous on my application . Any tips would be greatly appreciate ❤

[@drveekativhu]

Yasssyy!!! It really was. It Really really was!!!

[@schoolinwithsig5438]

Firstly, everything happens for a reason. Rejection truly is redirection as you have demonstrated here. Secondly, Reapply?!?!?! No way, its their loss, I'm glad you're doing even better and still occupying rooms with these people. The lady you spoke too can definitely still be a mentor I'm sure. Keep flying high girl!! xxxxxx

[@toriealia]

I’ve learned that once you set your mind on something, life tends to throw a curve ball to test your decision. I am proud of you for sticking to your decision and glad you got the closure you were seeking. Looking forward to continue following your journey 🫶🏽

[@noxible]

First of all I went through so many emotions watching this 😅. I believe in God's timing. Walk through the doors He has opened for you. I'm glad you finally got closure on what happened at NYU. It's not by mistake that you spoke to that person, I'm sure your paths will cross again. Also, this is the type of piping hot tea 🍵 I signed up for!

[@drveekativhu]

Awww Thank youuuuuu!!! Im really glad to know that ! Coz It was piping hot tea to me too!!!! But yes I went through lots of emotions too. I was like whatttttt. This is crazyyyyyyyyyy

[@helen2158]

You can always collaborate with that professor. Good luck!

[@moledwaba2797]

I get that!!! I would be really happy 😆 a full circle moment. The fact that you were in the same room as the Prof. Is validation that you are on your path✨

[@LumkaJwara]

I love how you are taking it… I think I would take it same way. Maybe you can always collaborate some day. They can always mentor you or it’s also amazing that they connected you to others

[@drveekativhu]

This is so so true !! And I really still respect NYU so much!! So I look forward to it one day hopefully. If they’ll be open to it

[@lovagirl7777]

SUCH A very mature perspective Vee, keep your head up girl, you're amazing and you keep doing great things xx

[@drveekativhu]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@silvialogan9226]

Vee, that is NYU's problem. At least, you have a place at Clairemont and you will be studying there for 3 or 4 years.

[@anabanana3X]

Really happy for you and the closure you got. Congratulations :)

[@drveekativhu]

Thank you so much!!! I’m so happy and still love NYU ahaha

[@alicehamilton2533]

This reminds me so much of a friend of mine who was desperate to get into any London uni for her PhD. She didn’t get in but got into a very good Scottish university with a PhD with a year in industry. Redirection at its finest as she loved it.

[@drveekativhu]

Awwww yaaay! Im so happy for your friend !!! Good for them!

[@harryjamessmithmusic7762]

Good luck! ... Well, I totally agree with you about getting feedback. (By the way, I'm not from the US or the UK; I'm from the EU). I earned my PhD in 2018 and applied for jobs like crazy. No feedback. Nothing. Zero. No one wanted to hire me, despite the fact that I was a straight-A student and a graduate. I achieved top grades on my PhD thesis and exam. All employers ignored me and nobody was willing to give me a chance. Rejection after rejection without receiving any feedback. 60 rejections in row. Even my PhD supervisor hired some people with low qualifications secretely behind my back and he was fully aware of the fact that I had the best qualification for these jobs. He never told me about it in order to get rid of me. Cheers!

[@estrellamartin1279]

this feels like a kdrama omg

[@drveekativhu]

Hahaahah

[@nickeshawalters6235]

Beautiful closure .... Their loss and your gain

[@positivity37]

Thank you for this video. I was recently waitlisted then rejected for a Ph.D. program so this really encouraged me to apply to more programs this year.

[@drveekativhu]

Yessss please keeep goinggggggg

[@MimiOnliine]

You Vee sat at the same TABLE! Love to see it

[@chickenchirps4755]

I feel like I would be happy knowing how close I was to achieving my goal. Just like what you said- knowing that I do have what it takes would make me so confident!

[@drveekativhu]

Yessssss!!😊

[@LeroyDJones1988]

One question did you pray about it? I am a firm believer that God's timing is not our own. Remember that God will give you the desires of your heart, and prepare a table for you. I see people saying this is your way of rejecting them, what if this is his plan? You are bypassing a fully funded program to go to a program where you have to find funding. Pray and ask God.

[@uomida]

That was a sign to never doubt yourself again sweetheart ❤️ keep going:)

[@drveekativhu]

Yesssssssss. This was literary the sign I needed!!

[@hayleyhooper7523]

You've got a great attitude and you will go very, very far.

[@toneill6788]

You can always collaborate with them! Maybe if your diss work aligns with their research, they can be on your committee?

[@mintchocolate4480]

Vee, what a powerful story!❤ I guess to them you’re the (special) one that got away😂 their loss. But honestly, keep going on Vee. We believe in you!

[@drveekativhu]

Awww Thank youuuuu Team! That is REALLY sweett

[@diversekhaulat]

This is such a beautiful unraveling Vee!❤ I’m so proud of you even though we haven’t met😅

[@drveekativhu]

Aawwww thank you so much!!! I am so so excited honestly !! Life is just working out as it should now

[@deborahgarcia4763]

Vee, first of all, congratulations on everything you've achieved so far, excited to see your life at Clairmont! Secondly, I totally agree with you! Them bringing up the one-year-ago situation trying to make you apply again? Your life doesn't go around NYU! You have a great university you're moving to in a couple of months, a great phd program, starting this new chapter of your life that was meant to be!! The best thing you did was moving on, and this was indeed a beautiful closure to this old chapter :) it was really unprofessional of them to beg you to do everything again, as if you don't have anything else going on in your life right now haha a year later!!

[@crimsonsr1000]

If I'm at peace at where I am the it's definitely a win, love to hear it👌

[@Mwarihelp]

Vee u are amazing. A real inspiration. Zim girl power.

[@thatgirljane2489]

Here for the academic tea☕️

[@vanawa5275]

Thank you so Vee for sharing. Your experience shows how many times the dice can roll. You are on the right track. Go Claremont and congratulations Ph.D newbie 💃. I am luckily finishing up the PhD journey already and I wish you all the best. Make the journey yours and enjoy every piece of it!😘

[@elizeespring]

This gave me slight flashback to my undegrad application process…. 😅

[@SamanthaKayla]

Sounds like they regret the rejection!

[@matakalamunyinda]

Enjoyed it, lived it , loved it! Ugh Vee!! You’re such an inspiration!! Love you !!❤️❤️❤️

[@Tsubvn]

I'd be ecstatic, but it'd definitely make me ponder for a bit! but you'd already moved on with your life and set things up for yourself, I think you made the right choice!

[@drveekativhu]

This was the best way for me to get closure what a lucky lucky moment to stumble across. I’m just so happy to be getting ready for Claremont

[@S20028]

I’m loving these vids Vee. OMG congrats on your amazing personal statement ❤

[@abiampon3324]

girl to me this is definitely tea! also, could you please please pleaseeeeeee show us a little (or all) of your personal statement? I'm aspiring to get to the same lifestyle you have :D

[@nsovomahange]

Please can you do a video reading your NYU personal statement 😭😭❤️❤️

[@alexierowomugisha9916]

Yes it’s tea😂❤️ What’s meant to be will always come to pass.

[@mynewlife9303]

I'm so happy for you VEE. Keep doing what you are doing

[@sciencenerd777]

For me i would i would ask them to keep in touch if they wanted to. because i think expanding ones connection is important even though Vee you have them... its good to always have another set of eyes outside clemont but thats just my opinion. but i am glad that you had closure in the end.

[@JeanTiki-mz4ch]

You are my favorite,, you inspire me ❤️🥰💖

[@dgent20002]

This story is so fascinating Wow

[@ingahtom6169]

Loved this teatime❤❤ its NYU loss 😂😂

[@drveekativhu]

Everything happens for a reason! We still love NYU! 🖤👏🏾🌎

[@suziehappy]

Definitely the right decision Vee. Everything aligning.

[@drveekativhu]

Yaaay!! I am so excited

[@myriamtouil3347]

I LOVE YOUR MINDSET SOO MUCH SO INSPIRARING I LOVE YOU ❤❤❤❤

[@drveekativhu]

Awww thank you so much! 🖤👏🏾🌎🌎

[@daoravida]

miss vee you need to spill your attention-grabbing NYU personal statement 🥰

[@drveekativhu]

Rightttttt thisssss is what I’m thinking?! Shall I actuallly? Would you sit through watching me read it out loud?

[@daoravida]

@@drveekativhu obv!! have watched all your personal statement videos repeatedly

[@daoravida]

or maybe you could add a little bit like "things i do differently for my PhD PS" so there are some pauses here and there

[@nithya604]

​​@@drveekativhuyes, definitely I want to read your statement and learn from it. Good luck in your future endeavours.

[@haniyahbakare]

Love you, too, Vee. Wow, that was such a big moment. I can't imagine how surreal it must have been meeting that person and meeting them in such an important space. God works in mysterious ways. I'm so glad NYU gets to help expand your network at Claremont. I love how you don't sit on your heels. You literally go on and look for the next best opportunity, which is the case with Claremont. Now, it's countdown to PhD journey 🫰🫰🫰

[@Softheartedrose]

Yes, I would be so happy!

[@NeoMotseokae]

Wow Vee😍it all sounds like a dream

[@sun7siren]

It’s obvious that NYU is still your dream uni, you should definitely reapply!! Things like this happen for a reason to put you back on the track you were supposed to be on in the first place, it’s clear that it’s your time now!!

[@Thriving_tao]

Well done Vee, this was so encouraging

[@fish2fish1981]

you got closure :)

[@ysmnochkaa]

hey, I haven’t watched the video yet, but, honestly, you are such an amazing person!🔥

[@drveekativhu]

Awww thank you so much!

[@thabolikotsi5765]

rejection is redirection

[@kate___lynch]

Wow, they rejected you, and now you’re sort of rejecting them

[@tafadzwamanzini5463]

PhD damn . I wish I found you earlier . I would have done bare things

[@matakalamunyinda]

No closure😂😂😂

[@moniecaroline]

Vee...REAPPLY. I'm sorry but reapply love

[@luluzyz]

Reapply! You will make a name, that’s NYU!

[@sykw3454]

Wow! such a good video! And the closure is what you deserved 🩵🩵🩵 all the best Vee

[@sydneyfrederick8819]

Drop the personal statement pls!

[@Aoina376]

Side note, I love the mint green!!

[@biscuitsaregud]

I wish you applied to USC! It's in LA

[@theequeenlulu]

Share the personal statement Vee

[@ananoronha4536]

can we have a look at your personal statement? 💫

[@treelyruly]

Finally I have closure 💗

[@thegemstone077]

your video resolution so low 480p ??

[@nicolad8822]

Have you ever actually taught in a school?

[@mrodriguez377]

this issss teaaa

[@SophiaOkeke764]

That’s a big win

[@authenticyou17]

♥️♥️

[@drveekativhu]

🖤👏🏾🌎🌎

[@ida8087]

Veeeeee🎉

[@drveekativhu]

Hiiiiiii

[@prl6892]

Omg🥹

[@drveekativhu]

Yaaass

[@pmp1340]

2:20 8:00

[@2022perseverance]

look at God!