As a late-comer to this convo I just want to say that I think it is important that we all be aware of how we word/phrase things. In addition, we have been saying left and right "don't take the process personally" and I think that can also be said of people's responses on this forum. We need to be careful how we word things, since others can't HEAR our intonation, and also not assume the worst of what others say (and just because we are referenced does not mean we are being attacked).
I also want to thank those who are participating in intern selection at their programs for providing us with their insights. I think we all need to be extra concientous as to how we phrase our questions to these people so as not to scare them off - they don't need to even be telling us anything on here after all.
I want to throw something out there and see what people think. We all know that sites are receiving a lot more application this year than in previous years. This is due to a combination of factors (other sites closing down, spill over from last year) but I believe is due at least in part to the new online system which makes it easier to submit a large number of applications (no copying, mailing, etc). Most people seem to be applying to the recommended 15 sites, or more, and sites are receiving 140+ (?) applicants for like 4-6 positions, in many cases.
