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#RI-6a6b0fd8·7 months ago·
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Lookback: fall semester 2026

Approach professor about research

I approached professor about research opportunity

What I wish I knew
"Timing of approach is crucial"
If I could tell you one thing
"Attend classes and then approach professor"
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