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Why did you choose Aeronautics and Astronautics?
My curiosity and fascination for planes and rockets eventually got me to major in this field. 

Best event or organization you’ve participated in within AAE?
AAESAC, the Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering Student Advisory Council is something which I love since they help out so much in terms of connecting industry and professors to students. The Aerospace Career Expo hosted by them is incredible. 

Best event or organization you’ve participated in outside of AAE?
There are a few Indian organizations which host events during indian festivals. For example, the garba night during our most celebrated festival, Diwali.

Why did you want to be an AAE Ambassador?
AAE Ambassador is a way for me to represent something I truly believe in and spread the knowledge about the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics to wherever needed!

Favorite place on campus?
PMU since it has great sutdy spots and food together. 

Favorite class you’ve taken thus far and why?
AAE 333 cause I'm a fluids geek and that classes is really cool.

What is one piece of advice you would give to a potential AAE student?
Try to explore as many clubs in AAE as possible and find the one that take sticks to you. Exploring different parts of Aerospace will just help you decide on which area you want to get into in the future.

Who is someone you look up to in the Aero/Astro industry and why?
Rather than someone, I look up to 2 companies named Anduril and Boom Supersonic because of how they push innovation in the industry to incredible extent. It teaches me to drab big and work towards achieving those dreams. 

What motivates you to succeed?
To help people around me. Succeeding in whatever I do will eventually help me help others.

What is your ultimate career goal?
To start my own aerospace company.

What do you like to do when you’re not studying/in the lab or classroom?
Basketball or sketching!

Favorite Fun Fact about Purdue?
The last person to step foot in the Moon was also a Purdue alum!