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ALUMNI CORNER

Mr. Kathan Bhavsar

MSc Aerospace Engineering

ISAE-SUPAERO, Toulouse, France

"It is with immense respect for my Alma Mater, that I am writing this excerpt for everyone reading this issue, especially the
students. It wouldn't have been possible for me to reach where I am today without the immense support and guidance from VIT,
specifically from the faculty of The School of Mechanical Engineering, which was my home for 4 years of my Bachelor's.
Just 5 years back, when I started my journey at VIT, I had a vision to transform myself into a diverse engineer with skill sets not
only acquired from classrooms but beyond. I can now say with utmost confidence that VIT provides the perfect platform for
that, with a diverse atmosphere of teaching methods, state-of-the-art labs, new research opportunities, educational
conferences, and events throughout the year, and of course, the presence of numerous teams, clubs, and chapters, that allow
you to become adept at things you envision for your future.
In the pursuit of charting my own career, although I am still in my early stages, what I have learned is that a successful career
often stems from a blend of passion, continuous learning, and adaptability.
With that statement, to my fellow VITians, I offer a piece of advice: Embrace every aspect of VIT. I have always believed that "It is
not how much the University gives you, but how much can you take from the University".
Identify your areas of interest early on and explore related opportunities. Keep knocking on your doors of interest, be it in
additional research you would like to do, an entrepreneurship plan you would like to execute, or an innovative project you would
like to work on. Trust me, the professors at SMEC will always lend a hand of support and guide you, as I can assure you from my
personal experiences. Furthermore, embrace hands-on experiences and apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.
This will assist you in staying up to date with industry trends which is very crucial for an engineer today. Most importantly,
network and engage with professionals, faculty, and fellow students for diverse perspectives, this will help you in the long run
and stay up to date with relevant opportunities. I am confident that the environment you are currently in will serve as a teacher
in itself for more pieces of advice.
Now, concerning the challenges you may face in achieving your endeavors, it is not often said that, "Everyone talks about
success, but no one talks about failure", which is why I would like to address this and share my viewpoints with you. I encourage
students to acknowledge and embrace failure as an integral part of their learning journey. As students, you are not defined by
the setbacks you encounter but by how you respond to them. It's okay if you did not get into the team/club you wanted to, or did
not get the internship you were eager to get, or you did not do so great in the last exam, life always gives you another, and
definitely better, opportunity. It is the courage to continue that counts. Remember, the road to success is paved with both
triumphs and setbacks.
Finally, As you step into the boundless future awaiting you, armed with the knowledge and experiences gained at VIT, envision
each challenge as an opportunity to showcase your resilience and innovation. Your time here has been more than an academic
journey; it's been a transformative odyssey that has sculpted your character, ignited your passion, and fueled your aspirations.
Embrace the unknown with confidence, for VIT has not just prepared you for a career; it has nurtured a mindset that thrives on
curiosity, adaptability, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Remember, your story is still unfolding, and "you" hold the pen.
Paint it with bold strokes of determination, curiosity, and kindness. Each challenge is a stepping stone, and every achievement is
a testament to your potential.
Wishing you a future filled with remarkable achievements and boundless success!"
I hope these insights prove valuable to the students of VIT-SMEC. Please feel free to reach out if there are additional questions
or specific areas you'd like me to cover.
Thank you once again for this opportunity, and I look forward to contributing to MechnoVIT.

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