SOCALMBA2013
Actually, this was the first year there were more Round 1 applications than the previous year. I just think the Ad Com is being more efficient and doing a better job of meeting the actual candidates through all the events offered on campus. That is just my two cents.
If it was really true... and the decisions come out early for R2, I'd be highly relieved! My company is facing some financial trouble and I'm officially under furloughs starting Feb (found out on Monday)!

But I'm trying to stay alive and look for jobs!!!
Thanks again SOCALMBA2013!