@mkobuns Thanks for sharing your research/info. I agree a Waitlist decision is a good outcome although a bit frustrating after such a long wait :-). However, what the Admissions rep told you about pulling randomly from the waitlist pool contradicts info posted on the Admissions website.
“Waitlisted applicants will receive an update on the status of their applications by April 15. If we determine that spaces remain available, the overall strongest applicants will be admitted from the waitlist.”
Here’s hoping all wait listed students receive good news by April 15!