Back in 2007, Jonathan started on his thesis. For two years he read and researched, compiled notes, reviewed articles and finally started writing the beast (en français, of course). Along the way, I finally learned the correct title of his thesis and contributed greatly in the areas of coffee preparation, Microsoft Word formatting and keeping quiet so he could concentrate.
Today he got the grade we've been waiting for: 14.25/20
For most of you, that's probably not going to mean much, so allow me to translate...
The French grading system ranges from 0 to 20. But it's not accurate to just multiply a French grade by five to find its US equivalent. A grade of 20 signifies perfection and is virtually never given. Grades of 19 and 18 are equally rarely given. In most cases, a 16 is an excellent grade. However in some circumstances, a 12 may also be considered as an excellent grade.
And I'd like to throw this out there one more time: THESIS IN FRENCH. He is the only non-French person in his program and all his classes these last six years have been in French. Oh, and his very first French class was in 2001.
So yeah, we're pretty thrilled about a 14.25.
Penni - we're printing a copy of the thesis for you. Hope you have a BIG fridge magnet!
Today he got the grade we've been waiting for: 14.25/20
For most of you, that's probably not going to mean much, so allow me to translate...
The French grading system ranges from 0 to 20. But it's not accurate to just multiply a French grade by five to find its US equivalent. A grade of 20 signifies perfection and is virtually never given. Grades of 19 and 18 are equally rarely given. In most cases, a 16 is an excellent grade. However in some circumstances, a 12 may also be considered as an excellent grade.
And I'd like to throw this out there one more time: THESIS IN FRENCH. He is the only non-French person in his program and all his classes these last six years have been in French. Oh, and his very first French class was in 2001.
So yeah, we're pretty thrilled about a 14.25.
Penni - we're printing a copy of the thesis for you. Hope you have a BIG fridge magnet!
28 comments:
HAPPINESS!!!!!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS to both of you!
PRAISE THE LORD! It's hard to believe it's finally here. In some ways it feels like it's been a long time and in other ways the years have flown by. We are so, so, so proud of you - can't wait to give you a congratulatory hug in person this fall!
Love to you both,
Kate and Chris
Please add my name to those who are impressed. Having experienced the french grading system, I understand the accomplishment that is a "14.25".
Congratulations and on to step 2.
Glenn
Way To go. Can we call you Dr Johnnie? You are noth OUR héros
Ken et Gabi
WONDERFUL NEWS! We are thrilled for Jonathan and you and know how hard both of you have worked on this for the past 2 years. How can we adequately express our joy, excitement and pride at what he has accomplished????
WAY TO GO, JONATHAN!
Well done, III. When I try to imagine what you've done these past years my brain just won't wrap around all of it. And K, well done to you too. We all know that you've been an integral part of III's success so IMO the 14.25 also goes to you.
Oh, and now we're waiting for that OTHER announcement. :o)
Well Done Jonathan!!!
Woohoo!! Way to go Trey! And Kari, he couldn't have done it without you!
Love you both and I am so excited for you and your accomplishment!
Love, Makenna
Oh fabulous! Congratulations! This is awesome news! :)
WOW! Way to go. Now, J, I've been meaning to talk to you about this pain I've been experiencing...KIDDING! Love you both. Lori
Way to go! It's been so neat to follow your blog all these years and to read this news!
Chapeau!!
Way to go, Trey!!!! So proud of you. I'm glad Kari explained the 14.25/20 thing. Having been informed, that is AMAZING!!!!
(Othewise I would have been a bit disappointed in your 70% grade!) ;)
And congrats to your supportive other half, too ;)
Love,
Britt
Way to go, Jonathan!!!!!! Way to go, Kari!!!!!!! Hooray!!!
Wow! I am so proud...so relieved...so thankful...so proud (oh...I already said that!)...and I'm so proud...and so amazed...and thankful to God for His faithfulness. I'll try to skype you both tomorrow! ...well done!!! And Kari, thank you for your continuous support and encouragement!
One proud mama! (And Kari...I am grateful and delighted that you are printing a copy for me. That's huge!)
Congrats to Jonathan!
Félicitations, Jonathan et Kari. C'est une grande chose.
Trey, you're incredible. Sheesh, I feel like a gloating father! I was just thanking God for you two today, and then I got this good news. I'm really proud of you. Maybe not as proud as Kari is, but a close second.
Awesome! That's so exciting! Congrats to Jonathan (and to you for your help, of course)!
Congratulations, that is quite the accomplishment. Glad to see all of the hard work has paid off!!
Wow. That's all I can say.
BIG CONGRATULATIONS!!! what a feat! and what a wonderful feeling you both must have!
I simply add my heartfelt congratulations on a job well done! I, too, am glad you posted what a 14.25 means. As an educator I was a bit dismayed when I saw a 14.25/20. What a relief to know his work was of quality. God has certainly been faithful to His promises to you. Love, Deb
I feel really lame in my English doctoral program. :) Just kidding. Congratulations--I am continually amazed by BOTH of you! Love & hugs!
Congratulations, Doctor. What an accomplishment considering you have only been using French since 01. God is sooo faithful!
Now that's super!
Congratulations! Who would have guessed a "no" in the U.S. would lead you to a French thesis! That is an incredible! It is hard enough in English!
CONGRATS - praise God for your faithfulness. May He bless the two of you as you continue to take steps of faith!
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