An interaction with Yaashi Chandan (BDes student) at Anant National University Ahmedabad

Established in 2016, Anant National University is located in Ahmedabad. It is a coeducational private university. Anant National University offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level courses in the field of engineering, design and journalism. B.Tech, B.Des, B.Arch, M.Des and M.Arch are few of the programmes available at Anant National University. Students who meet the university programme eligibility criteria can apply for Anant National University admissions. The university also provides need-based scholarships, which range from a partial to a complete waiver of tuition fees, based on the recommendation of the financial aid committee.

Careers360 brings you an interview with Yaashi Chandan is a 1st year student at Anant National University Ahmedabad. She is pursuing B.Des in Space Design. In her interview to Careers360, Yaashi shares her experience at ANU. What is student life like at Anant National University? How did she choose the B.Des programme at ANU? And other things about Anant National University Ahmedabad like admission process, courses offered, placements, campus life and more. To know more about Anant National University from a student's perspective go through the complete interview of Yaashi Chandan.

Careers360: Tell us something about yourself such as from which place are you from?

Yaashi: I am from Rajasthan, born in Chennai, brought up in Mumbai and had shifted to Ahmedabad during the lockdown.

Careers360: Presently which course are you pursuing and in which year are you?

Yaashi: I am a 1st year student at Anant National University, B.Des in Space Design.

Careers360: Did you face any difficulty in the initial months when you joined the institute?

Yaashi: I joined the university late due to medical reasons but I was surprised at how easily I settled in. The people are very warm and welcoming and the staff is very understanding.

Careers360: What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc for the various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Yaashi: Many extracurricular activities are offered at Anant National University like sports, drama, dance, etc. I am a member of the Bloom club, which is a well being center. It focuses on the mental health and quality of life at Anant.

Careers360: Describe a typical day at your institute. What do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Yaashi: I wake up and go to the University and attend a history class on Mondays then go for studio classes followed by a lunch break. Then there are studio classes again till 4 PM. And then I leave for home.

Careers360: Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Yaashi: The university has one professor and one teaching assistant for 25-30 students per class. The teachers are extremely genial and friendly. However, having said that the faculty is stern if and when required.

Careers360: What facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Yaashi: The campus is massive amidst a wonderful natural environment and is surrounded by trees and lakes. There is a computer lab and makers space with the best equipment relevant to all the fields. There is a futureshift lab which is home to 3D printers and other such equipment. My favorite places are the library and the lakeside. Both are peaceful and calm.

Careers360: How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Yaashi: The hostels are comfortable and very hygienic. The entire campus is sanitized completely everyday.

Careers360: What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Yaashi: There is a well equipped infirmary with a well versed nurse. Yes you can avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency.

Careers360: How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Yaashi: I have created an organized schedule by trial and error.

Careers360: Tell us about the clubs and societies at the campus and how significant are they from your point of view or students point of view?

Yaashi: The clubs and the activities planned by them are crucial for the students. They help them to become their best versions and for personal growth and development and to mingle and make contacts.

Careers360: Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Yaashi: Yes there is a newsletter called Anuvacha, that incorporates all the happenings inside the institute.

Careers360: What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Yaashi: There are nooks and corners almost everywhere to hangout. There are cafes near the university.

Careers360: How do you spend your leisure time at the campus?

Yaashi: I chill with friends, enjoy a cup of coffee or read a good book.

Careers360: Do you have any Facebook page of your campus where the students express their views, jokes or ideas, or maybe even a blog where they write about their experience of life at campus?,

Yaashi: The university has an Instagram page @anantu_student_life that documents the student life in the best possible way.

Careers360: What type of companies come for campus recruitment and what percentage of students get placed every year? How is the recruitment process here?

Yaashi: Well established companies come for campus recruitment and almost everyone gets placed. The recruitment process is smooth and hassle free with proper guidance and support of the faculty.

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