So, I am in my first year at my college. In our honors program, we have an opportunity for second semester freshman to get into research their first year. I found a professor who agreed to meet with me, but I'm not sure what to start the conversation about and so on.
First, I'm trying to get lab research, but this program is open to all research. If he's not interested in lab research, then I'd rather take my chances applying as a volunteer with other professors working their own lab research. How should I bring that up to him? I know lab research would be a draw on his time, and I'm not sure who to bring it up to him without sounding like I'm being arrogant and entitled.
Also, how should I start? Should I ask him what he would be interested in researching, or start of by throwing my interests out there? Basically any advice is welcome.
Thanks!
