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My college days @IMDR
College days are some of the most exciting
and memorable times in a person’s life. For
many people, it is a time of self-discovery,
growth, and adventure. As a college student,
I can attest to the many experiences and
memories that I cherish from those days. In
this article, I will share some of my college
days experiences.
As a student, I was excited to start a new
chapter in my life. I remember moving into my
hostel room and meeting my roommate for
the first time. We quickly became friends and
started exploring the campus together. One
of the things I enjoyed most about college
was the freedom it offered. I had the freedom
to choose my classes, join committees, and
participate in extracurricular activities.
One of my favourite memories from college
was joining the Placement committee. I had
always been interested in coordinating and
organising events and was thrilled to have
the opportunity to help students find suitable
job placements that match their interests
and skill sets. This can be very rewarding, as I
was able to assist students in achieving their
career goals and gain valuable experience in
their chosen field. I met so many interesting
people through networking events and
campus placements where I got to network
with professionals in various fields, which
was beneficial for our career advancement.
It also provided me the platform to attend
events and conferences where you can
meet other professionals and learn about
new opportunities.
Of course, college was not all fun and games.
There were many challenges and stressful
moments along the way. I remember pulling
all-nighters to finish papers and studying
for exams. However, I also learned valuable
life skills like time management, problem-
solving, and teamwork.
College was also a time of personal growth
for me. I learned a lot about myself and
what I wanted to do with my life. I changed
my major a few times before settling on a
career path that felt right for me. I also made
mistakes along the way but learned from
them and became a better person because
of them.
As I look back on my college days, I feel
grateful for the experiences and memories
that I made. It was a time of growth, learning,
and adventure that I will always cherish.
College may be challenging, but it is also an
exciting time full of opportunities. My advice
to current and future college students is
to embrace every moment, take risks, and
make the most of the experience.
Jinal Vyas
15 2022-23