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The llama photo that got the Colorado shooter accepted to grad school
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/colo-suspect-applied-ill-neuroscience-program-16982128#.UCr6caOFAkAThe man accused of opening fire in a suburban Denver movie theater had been an excellent student who left an impression good enough for acceptance to a competitive neuroscience program at the University of Illinois.
Those who recommended James Holmes found him intelligent and mature. His application materials described a bright student with strong interests in the cognitive sciences.
"He takes an active role in his education, and brings a great amount of intellectual and emotional maturity into the classroom," one recommendation letter said. "James received excellent evaluations from the professors and graduate students with whom he worked and was mentored."
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Holmes had applied to the highly selective program in Illinois last year. The school paid for his travel expenses for a visit, and he was offered a stipend $22,600 per year and free tuition. At least two researchers vied for Holmes to join their laboratories.
"Your personal and professional qualities are truly outstanding," and "you will be an excellent match for our program," read the acceptance letter.
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The only part of his application that seemed odd was the photo he submitted: a photo of himself, standing next to a llama.
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