“Applying to graduate school can be a long and confusing process. When I was applying, I wouldn’t have known that reaching out to potential advisors before you submit an application was encouraged or even appropriate, were it not for the McNair Scholars Program. This process can be intimidating so here is some advice for reaching out to potential graduate advisors.”

“Try out multiple study methods until you find what works for you and adjust based on the type of course. You can find ways to make it work for you. And don’t forget the snacks!”

“I loved science at a young age and pursued it by participating in school science fairs (which I won), going to forensic science camp, and looking at any and everything through the microscope my mom bought me. I was discouraged from pursuing science due to a lack of role models who shared my identities(namely Black and female) and direct discouragement from others.”