re : tradespark vince , thanks for the tradespark article . i very much appreciate being able to participate in the applied learning projects . it has been very stimulating for me . i ' ve really enjoyed all the projects i ' ve worked on with the research group , and ever since my interview i have had plenty of second thoughts about going back to graduate school . i ' m sure mit will be a good and unique experience , but i wonder if it can help me find a job and a community i enjoy as much as i already have here . if possible , i would like to talk with you and / or stinson about the possibility of my staying on the research team , or coming back after the fall . thanks for your time . ken