Department of Civil Engineering organized an Interaction with alumni on October 15, 2024, for final year students. The focus was on higher education opportunities, the importance of academic & practical learning. The alumni interaction aimed to provide guidance to students aspiring to pursue a Master of Science (MS) degree abroad. The session focused on understanding the MS application process, university selection, research opportunities, scholarships, and cultural adaptation in a global setting.

The session began with an introduction of the alumnus, Mr.Shantanu Wahane, a graduate of the Civil Engineering Department at St. Vincent Pallotti College of Engineering & Technology, Nagpur who is pursuing Master’s in Environmental Science & Engineering, University of Aveiro. Mr. Shantanu Wahane  provided a detailed explanation of the steps involved in the MS application process like researching universities & shortlisting based on specialization and rankings, preparing for standardized tests like GRE/TOEFL/IELTS, crafting an impactful Statement of Purpose (SOP) and obtaining strong Letters of Recommendation (LOR) and Understanding application timelines and deadlines.

Students enthusiastically participated in the Q&A session. The activity was coordinated by Prof. Yogesh S. Lanjewar and Dr. Satish D. Kene.