Seeking Out the Scary Experiences
“My advice? Go for the crazy, far-out opportunities. If you had told my freshman self that I would complete an internship at Harvard University, I think I would’ve laughed in your face. The fear of being under-qualified should not deter you; your unique experiences and perspective have equipped you far more than you think.”
5 Tips for Finding Research Opportunities
“There are so many more lessons to take from a research project than just the facts themselves: you learn how to work with people, how to deal with failure, and how to communicate effectively.”
Want to Research? 5 Tips for Starting on Your Honors Thesis
“Starting the process of an honors thesis can seem like a daunting task, but going in knowing what to expect can alleviate some of the pressure you might feel surrounding it.”
Service-Oriented Software: 5 Questions with Jack Norris
“I think human-centered design is about every decision you make—whatever the reason is for it—and how you can somehow draw a direct line to the person who’s using it. Something that we say at the studio a ton is that you don’t want to be a solution looking for a problem.”
Training AI to Detect Crop Pests
“In any field, encountering a problem can significantly slow progress, but working with a team and asking for help is crucial; sometimes another point of view is all you need.”