Questions for PIs, lab members, etc.

• Why they chose to work there, and or get involved in the interview process
• Anything about my application that makes them hesitant and how I could address it
• Anything they want to ask but haven’t
• One piece of advice they have moving forward
• How active is the GSA?
• Making friends in grad school?
• DEI initiatives in and amongst the graduate students?
• What do people do on the weekends?
• What does the department do to foster community?
• What is one thing I should know about the program at this institution?
• What interests you as a scientist?
• How does the institution support your interests?
• What advice would you give if I were to join the program?
• How does collaboration work at this institution?
• What is the publishing mentality like?
• Summer stipends/pay?
• Professional development options?
• Cost of living in area?
• Does the stipend cover living costs?