The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin – Connecticut Chapter (GOPIO-CT) hosted an event designed to empower high school students as they navigate the critical transitions to college and professional life.

The event, held on Tuesday, Dec 24^, at Hamilton Inn and Suites, Stamford, featured a  panel of speakers, including college students, recent graduates, early-career professionals, and a professor, who shared their real-world experiences, a press release from organizers said.

The program aimed at demystifying the college application process, shedding light on the realities of college life, and offering valuable strategies for academic and personal success. It also provided insights into the transition from college to the professional world.

The panel was moderated by Nandu Kuppuswamy, head of Investor Relations, MCR Investors. The panelists were: Sraavani Akarapu – UPenn Graduate, Megha Gupta – Alum Purdue University, Dhruv Hill – Freshman, San Diego State University, Arnav Jhangiani – Junior, Finance Major, Arizona State University, Himani Narayan, Junior, Pace University, Amrutha Nandakumar – 1st Year, Oxford University, Brian Thomas – Sophomore at NYU Stern School of Business, Curren Iyer – Senior Product Operations Manager, Ramp (Harvard and HBS alum) and Cecil Nazareth, Faculty at Fordham University Business School, CPA, author, and motivational speaker.

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