Q: What values do you bring from home to Princeton?
A: I come from a black Christian home. I haven't found a church yet, but I will ... My mom has stressed that I need to go to lecture everyday and not miss classes.
Q: How is your community at home affected by your absence?
A: I am the only daughter, so that was probably harder on my mom than when my brother left. Other than that, I had a pretty big role [at my church]. I was secretary and involved with the Sunday school. They always give me scholarships, and they will surprise me with random bits of money. My pastor always stands up and says, "Amara is going to Princeton University," and everyone claps.
Q: How connected do you still feel to people at home?
A: I see my mom a lot. I have gone home once. I have talked to most of my friends twice a week ... With friends you are conscious of the fact that you are not sharing the same experiences anymore, but it's not as if you are moving apart.
Q: How has your view of home changed since you got to Princeton?
A: I guess I am more aware of the fact that I come from a small rural town. People here have lived in Barbados, and my friend Ari lived in Israel for a year. A lot of people from my town don't leave South Jersey.
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