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Re: I think this video is very relevant to FIRST Students; Advice to young scientists

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Originally Posted by davidthefat View Post
His message calling people to innovate and take the road less taken. " March away from the sound of the guns. Observe from a distance, but do not join the fray. Make a fray of your own." I believe the FIRST program was a result of this kind of mentality.

Also this principle: " It is important also to acquire older mentors within these successful programs, and to make friends and colleagues of your age for mutual support."
I agree that those are powerful, and meaningful messages worthy of being spread to every student (young and old).

My other thoughts on the video here:
http://blog.iamjvn.com/2012/06/advic...cientists.html

-John
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