We are delighted to share on the success of our "Meet the Mentor" session held last year in 2023. This event aimed to provide our new engineering freshmen with a comprehensive overview of life within our distinguished engineering program. Taking place on 11 August 2023, the session provided new students with the unique opportunity to connect with their mentors and network with seniors, laying a solid foundation for their academic journey ahead.
Event Highlights
Meeting the Mentors:
- Guidance and Support: Freshmen had the chance to get acquainted with their mentors who will be teaching and guiding them through various modules. These mentors shared their expectations and provided insights into the curriculum, ensuring students felt well-prepared for the academic challenges ahead.
Insightful Interactions: The one-on-one conversations between students and mentors facilitated a deeper understanding of the program’s structure and the support available to them.
Hearing from Seniors:
- Experience Sharing: Seniors shared their enriching experiences, recounting how they tackled challenging projects and enjoyed campus life. Their stories provided freshmen with a clear picture of what to expect in their upcoming years.
- Overseas Exchange Programs: The session featured firsthand accounts from seniors who participated in overseas exchange programs. Their narratives of academic growth and adventurous experiences abroad intrigued and inspired the new students.
Advice and Tips: Seniors offered practical advice and tips to help freshmen navigate their initial years smoothly, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling university life.
Networking and Building Connections:
- Community Building: The session fostered a sense of community, allowing freshmen to forge meaningful connections with their peers, mentors, and seniors. This created a supportive network that will undoubtedly enrich their university experience.
Career Resources and Advisement:
- Career Guidance: The session included an overview of the career resources available to engineering students. This covered various programs and services designed to help students achieve their career goals.
- Professional Development: Freshmen learned about workshops, seminars, and networking events aimed at enhancing their professional skills and employability.
- Advisement Services: Information was provided about the advisement services offered by the university, including one-on-one career counseling sessions, resume building workshops, and internship placements. These resources are essential for students looking to secure internships and job placements in their field of study.
