Divant Jain — India
Electrical and Computer Engineering, Master's
Graduation: May 2023
Purdue ECE department, especially for Computer Architecture specialization, provides a variety of courses that are suitable for students coming from non-computer science background. I took many CS courses and did well in them. These courses will certainly help me grow and excel in my work after graduation.
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What do you hope to do after graduation?
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Work in industry
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What was the most valuable advice you received before or during graduate school?
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Make new friends. Come out of your comfort zone. Be ready to face challenges.
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If you could describe Purdue Engineering Graduate Programs in 3 words, which would you choose?
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Practical. Renowned. Leading.
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What is the coolest thing you have encountered at Purdue?
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Purdue Aerospace student team has the resources to launch a rocket! I was aw stuck when I heard the news about successful rocket launch by Purdue students. I felt very proud for being a part of Purdue.
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What do you do for fun at Purdue or nearby?
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I go to PMU with my friends and explore if any event is happening nearby. Sometimes, I also go to Corec to play with my friends.
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Favorite quote and why:
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"Only you can help yourself." I find this quote very helpful during times when I get stuck in something and couldn't find any external help to proceed.
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Favorite vacation spot and why:
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Any peaceful hill station. Because I like cold places with natural beauty.
