Department of Civil Engineering organized an Interaction with alumni on October 11, 2024, for final year students. The focus was on higher education opportunities, the importance of academic & practical learning, and career aspirations by introducing them to alumni and how the undergraduate curriculum helped them in preparing for competitive exams like GATE or for higher studies. The speaker was Mr. Laijng Korush, An alumnus from the Civil Engineering department currently perusing M-Tech at IIT Madras.

The session commenced with the introduction of the alumni. Mr. Laijng Korush discussed the advantages of pursuing M.Tech, including advanced knowledge in specific areas like Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or Environmental Engineering, and how it opens doors to specialized job roles and research opportunities. He gave tips on preparing for entrance exams like GATE, balancing final-year projects with exam preparation, and selecting the right specialization were shared. Students asked questions about managing time for extracurricular activities while maintaining academic excellence, choosing between job opportunities and pursuing M.Tech after graduation.

It was a wonderful interaction. The activity was coordinated by Prof. Yogesh S. Lanjewar and Dr. Satish D. Kene.