So today the research interim group had its first (of two) meetings. We all went around in a circle and told about our projects. I was really surprised at how complicated and interesting the projects are going to be! This is not to say that a Wofford student would ever attempt to glide through interim on a self-proposed project that a goldfish could easily complete, but some of the projects blew my mind a little bit. I especially enjoyed hearing about the research projects for the humanities. Just because I'm eternally dedicated to science doesn't mean I don't appreciate a good dose of art or literature or history. This is a liberal arts institute after all! It's a good situation to be in, surrounded by such a wealth of knowledge and variety of interests.
As for advances on my project, today Dr. Moss showed me around in the lab space I have been so graciously lent for interim. I shall be returning to Room 101, where I had my genetics lab course. I get to play with the PCR machine and the vortex and the centrifuge and micropipettes . . . see how fun biology is? I suppose it's less playing and more utilization, considering the seriousness of the matter. My situation is no longer that of a student trying to successfully gel electrophorese their own DNA. Research that the Greenwood Genetic Center does legitimately helps people! I truly appreciate the opportunities that have been given to me by both Wofford and the GGC. I can't wait to start my work tomorrow, when I travel to Greenwood for my first weekly visit.
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