My Path to Princeton

Today, we are joined by Aro Rajaonah, a former Haile Fellow and pre-doctoral research specialist at Princeton University. Aro shares his experience as a Haile Fellow and advises current undergraduate students. He emphasizes the importance of coding skills, networking, and reading widely. Aro also discusses his plans, including applying to PhD programs. The conversation highlights the value of research and the opportunities it can create.

Takeaways

• Develop coding skills and organize code effectively

• Build a strong network of connections in the research community

• Read widely and explore diverse topics

• Focus on skills development and be open to new opportunities

• Apply to as many research positions as possible to increase chances of success

Sound Bites

• "Coding is a big part of my experience here right now."

• "Networking was a great thing that the Haile Fellows Program helped me with."

• "Focus on building skills: coding, reading, and research interests."

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Background

• 03:08 Aro's Current Work at Princeton

• 08:49 Developing Curiosity and Intellectual Growth

• 11:22 The Impact of the Hale Fellows Program

• 24:08 Preparing for a Career in Research

• 31:36 Future Plans and Closing Remarks