When Students Remember Their Mentors

Today, my MSc student, Amrutha surprised me with a beautiful purse. She purchased it from her very first earning from her summer project at SINP, Kolkata.

In academia, we measure success through publications and grants, but moments like these remind us why we do what we do.

The first independent earning is a milestone every student cherishes. She chose to express her gratitude with that. This represents the trust a student places in their teacher; the beautiful bond between a teacher and a student. These moments make all the guidance and late nights class note preparations worthwhile.

To Amrutha: Thank you for this incredible thoughtfulness. I’m so proud of the researcher and person you’ve become. It’s been wonderful watching your growth since your BSc days. Wishing you continued success in all your endeavours.