Department of Computer Engineering organized an Interaction with alumni on January 13^th, 2025, for second year and Third Year students. The session aimed to provide valuable insights to young professionals, helping them navigate their career pathways more effectively. The speaker was Ms. Ashwini, Alumni 2019 Batch, Account Program Manager at Synopsys, Austin, TX.

Prof. Riddhi V. Doshi commenced the interaction by introducing the alumni.

The alumni began the session by sharing her professional journey, detailing the milestones and challenges encountered along the way. Her career trajectory highlighted the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and perseverance. The alumni's diverse experiences across industries and roles underscored how resilience and dedication can lead to substantial career growth and personal development.

During the session, the alumni elaborated on their belief system that has profoundly shaped their outlook on success. They defined success using the acronym:

• S – See your goal
• U – Understand your obstacles
• C – Create a positive mindset/picture
• C – Clear your self-doubt
• E – Estimate your timeline
• S – Stay on track
• S – See your self-growth

This structured approach to achieving success emphasizes goal setting, self-awareness, and perseverance. The alumni highlighted how this philosophy has guided them through challenges and enabled them to stay focused and motivated.

The interaction was a compelling reminder that success is attainable through focused effort and unwavering determination. The alumni's insights inspired students to adopt a proactive mindset and embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. This session not only motivated attendees but also provided them with practical strategies to navigate their future careers effectively

The activity was coordinated by Dr. Dipak Wajgi, Prof. V. V. Deshpande and Prof. R. Doshi.