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Disha
Issue 4 (November), 2025
In Summary
This issue of Disha focuses on the transition from campus to the corporate world. The importance of preparing for this transition and the various avenues available for the same – within GEF and outside - are highlighted.
AtuL Marathe, a senior GEF mentor with vast professional experience provides valuable insights into building professional skills, and the significance of internships, digital presence, and networking. A panel discussion features perspectives from our students – Prathamesh Lohar, Sanika Aeer, Shravani Jadhav; our alumni – Amruta Raut, Ashwini Thamke, Kalyan Garde, Komal Padole, Riddhi Pagey; and our mentors – Nandoo Hatalkar and Shirish Gangrade. Their experiences and advice on navigating career transitions provide a treasure house of learning. The Foundation has developed a comprehensive placement assistance program that includes career counseling, vocabulary enhancement, and mock interviews, helping students identify their strengths and areas for improvement. Sharad Deogekar, who heads the program, writes about the various elements of personalized support provided to the students through this Infosys Foundation sponsored initiative.
Our alumni Vinita Sharma, Komal Chavan, Chhaya Rohane, Pankaj Rajput, Sampatti Girgavakar, Sanskruti Jadhav, Sagar More, and Suyash Sudhir Sumant, share their journeys, detailing the challenges they faced during the transition, and the lessons learned along the way. Sapna Acharya, a student of Nursing, shares her experience of clinical duties at a hospital – the equivalent of a “corporate” to a student from medical domain. Each is a story of self-belief, preparation, continuous learning, and the ability to adapt to new environments.
The Student Stars section is a recognition of our students’ hardwork and achievements in academics as well as extra-curricular activities. A poetry by Jayshree Supriya Laxman, and breathtaking works of art by Govind Sawant and Abhilasha Rakte are featured in the Talent++ section.
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