Students Speak: Campus Interview at Shoolini University

Campus hunting is perhaps one of the most tedious tasks for any student or parent. Since the future of the student depends on the type of campus or college that they seek admission into, it is important to know the first-hand experience from those who are currently attending the said institute. This is where campus interviews come in handy and help students to make their final decision. Careers360 presents campus interviews at Shoolini University which is located in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Read the experiences of the current engineering students to know the campus facilities, teacher-student relationships, extracurricular activities and more of Shoolini University.

Interview with Abhishek Singh Kagra (B.Tech Computer Science 2nd Year)

Q: Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: Hi, my name is Abhishek Singh Kagra and I am studying in 3rd year of B.Tech Computer Science. I like bodybuilding and I am a technology buff. I hail from Kurukshetra, Haryana.

Q: Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: I am studying in 3rd year of B.Tech Computer Science

Q: Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: No, I did not face any difficulties, but being from a different cultural background, I did observe a few things.People here performed the Nati dance on every occasion, but though I did not know the dance steps, I wanted to blend in, so I started doing slow bhangra on the same beats. It was a big support for me to find that a student from my school was already enrolled here. She helped me a lot to understand the university, culture, festivals, etc. So, I had a good start in university..

Q: What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: There are opportunities galore as the university offers a range of activities where students can make their mark. We have a lot of clubs we can be a part of. There are clubs for dancing, singing, painting, etc. These clubs provide a huge support in activities like flash mob, Moksh, Inter Department competition, etc.

Sadly, I could not participate in any such activities as I have a busy schedule. I live alone in an apartment in Solan and I work out at the gym regularly. I have planned to take part in Moksh in anchoring and body building activities.

Q: Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: I wake up at 5am, get ready, prepare breakfast which is a gym diet. Around 7:30am I get on the bus, where my friends have already kept a seat for me. Around 8:30am I reach the university. On most days I have a class at 8:40am. I attend around 5-6 classes a day. However, I rarely attend lab activities. I love the campus canteen, so I go there around four-five times a day. I usually have lectures till 3:40pm, after which I either hit the vending machine or chill out with friends at Pine Court and sometimes Nescafe. I am home around 4:30pm. I go to the gym by 5:00pm and work out till 8pm. By the time I return it is 8:45pm. I cook and eat my dinner by 10pm. Then I finish my work or just use my phone or laptop. I stick to the same schedule except for weekends.

Q: Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Abhishek Singh Kagra: My teachers are very cool. In the Engineering Department the faculty ratio is 30 students per teacher. We communicate with them without any hesitation and even play games with them. One evening, a group of eight students played dumb charades with one of the teachers, Gunjan Thakur. We enjoyed it tremendously and had a lot of fun.

Q: What all facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: On the campus, we have faculties of Engineering, Pharma, Basic Sciences, MBA, and Marketing Studies. I like my Engineering faculty the most because they push us to be innovative.

Q: How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: I spent two years in the hostel. It is a good place to stay and every day is fun. During festival time we enjoy a lot. However, my reason for leaving was that I had to stick to a specific time schedule there.

Q: What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: Once, my roommate in the hostel had severe pain in his stomach around 6 in the morning. Within 15 minutes an ambulance arrived.

Q: How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: Balance is a key point in life. I usually finish my assignments in the university, and I work on projects at night after dinner. I go to the gym every day except for Sunday. I live by maintaining the balance in all activities.

Q: Tell us about the clubs and societies at the campus and how significant are they from your point of view or students’ point of view?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: There are lots of clubs and societies in the university, but it took me a semester to find out about them. So, I think they need to reach out more to students.

Q: Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: Yes, I have seen the newspaper.

Q: What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: I think the canteen of A block is the most visited place in the university. In fact, it is difficult to find a seat there during lunch hours and in the morning, teachers chill out there before lectures.

Q: How do you spend your leisure time at the campus?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: I spend my leisure time chilling with friends at Pine court usually with snacks.

Q: Do you have any Facebook page of your campus where the students express their views, jokes or ideas, or maybe even a blog where they write about their experience of life at campus?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: Yes, there are some pages on Instagram, I rarely use Facebook.

Q: What type of companies come for campus recruitment and what percentage of students get placed every year? How is the recruitment process here?

Abhishek Singh Kagra: Our faculty told us around 20 recruiter companies visit us every year and we have an 80% placement record.

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Interview with Geetika Khattri (B Tech Biotechnology 1st Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Geetika Khattri: My name is Geetika Khattri. I am from Nagpur, Maharashtra.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Geetika Khattri: I am doing B Tech Biotechnology (SRP) 2nd semester.

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Geetika Khattri: I faced many problems initially but that’s quite normal. I had difficulties regarding friends and adjusting to the new environment. I have never stayed in a hostel before, never been miles away from my family. Even in case of a problem I could not go to them. This would have worsened the situation as they would have worried about me and I didn't want that. Fortunately, these issues did not last long. I got a lot of support from teachers and friends.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Geetika Khattri: There are various clubs on the campus for extra-curricular activities such as dance club, music club, etc. I have been a part of the dance club.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Geetika Khattri: My day starts at 7 am. Then I freshen up and have breakfast at 8 am. Classes begin at 8:40 am and then we have a break. We also have our GRE classes. After that I head for the library. Sometimes, I stay back and study in the room. Then at 8:40 pm, dinner.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Geetika Khattri: Speaking about the teacher student relationship, it is great. One should respect teachers. They're friendly but it’s all about give and take. If you give respect, you'll get respect in return.

Q. What all facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Geetika Khattri: There are many facilities on the academic front such as the student exchange program, which is really great! At Shoolini, one can experience the best education practices at an affordable price. The campus has cafes and vending machines everywhere for snacks. There is a rooftop garden in the library, where students are immersed in books.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Geetika Khattri: Hostels here have all the facilities. I have seen many hostels and Shoolini University provides the best among them (the hostels I've seen include many top colleges in Pune, which have ranked A+ grade).

Q. What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Geetika Khattri: Medical facilities are appropriate but there is always scope for improvement. Emergency cases are given top preference, which is good.

Q. How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Geetika Khattri: Balancing my studies is sometimes difficult. When I joined in the first semester, I faced a few problems and then there were dance performances. I prefer studying well in class because the brain can retain most of the information when you have listened to it carefully, and then revise within 10 hours. So, I listen attentively in class and then go for practice. On my return, I revise whatever I studied in the morning. This way, I retain everything.

Q. Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Geetika Khattri: We have a Shoolini newsletter, which tells us everything about the events and news in the university. Anyone can write and get their articles published.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Geetika Khattri: Popular hangouts include many places such as Rock and Roll, Central Mess, Pine and Dine, and Nescafe (forever crowded places XD).

Q. Do you have any Facebook page of your campus where the students express their views, jokes or ideas, or maybe even a blog where they write about their experience of life at campus?

Geetika Khattri: There's a Shoolini University page on Facebook; Twitter, and Linkedin. There is a Youtube channel as well.

Q. What type of companies come for campus recruitment and what percentage of students get placed every year? How is the recruitment process here?

Geetika Khattri: I have heard that there's rarely a chance that students don’t get placed. So, according to that, the percentage is nearly 99%. Don’t know much about the companies, as I am still in the second semester.

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Interview with Praisy Aseeja (B Tech Biotechnology 3rd Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Praisy Aseeja: I am Praisy Aseeja and I love interacting with people. I am from Sriganganagar, Rajasthan.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Praisy Aseeja: I am pursuing B Tech Biotechnology, third year.

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Praisy Aseeja: Initially, I found the weather very cold. I found it difficult to walk uphill and take the stairs on the campus. Also, I found it a little difficult to stay far from a city. Our seniors are excellent and they helped us in every possible way they can. In one word I can define my journey at Shoolini as “transformation”. I am a completely different person from what I was when I arrived here.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Praisy Aseeja: Shoolini is all about extra-curricular activities. These are various events like inter-departmental Moksh and various other events. I have participated in Moksh, Hostel Queen, and modelling in inter-departmental events.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Praisy Aseeja: I wake up at 7am. Attend classes from 8.40am to 3.40pm and have fun and hang out and eat at campus cafeterias with my friends. I return to my hostel room at 5pm and rest a little. Then I complete my assignments. At the end of the day, I watch some movies, videos, tv series and then go to sleep. I don't know how three years have passed so quickly.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Praisy Aseeja: Student teacher relationship is very rewarding. Some teachers demand discipline, which is of course beneficial in the long run. Others bond with students very quickly. We love all our teachers.

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Interview with Sanjana Arora (B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering 1st Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Sanjana Arora: My name is Sanjana Arora and I am from Panchkula, Haryana.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Sanjana Arora: Currently, I am pursuing B Tech in CSE (first year).

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Sanjana Arora: I did not really face any problems as the teachers and everyone here were very cooperative. They always try to understand our problems and guide us in every way.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Sanjana Arora: There are many clubs for dancing, singing, quiz, and I am in the Quiz Club.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Sanjana Arora: I spend my day attending classes and hanging around the campus with friends.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Sanjana Arora: Teachers are very understanding, and each section has approximately 60-70 students.

Q. What all facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Sanjana Arora: The library is really beautiful with state-of-the-art infrastructure. It has a great collection of books, which I think is very different and unique.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Sanjana Arora: Hostel life is great here with an activity room and library.

Q. What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Sanjana Arora: Yes. Medical facilities are easily available.

Q. Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Sanjana Arora: The university has a newsletter with everything we want to know.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Sanjana Arora: The popular hangouts at the institute are Food Point and the Central Mess.

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Interview with Ishant Chandna (B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering 1st Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Ishant Chandna: I am Ishant Chandna from Panipat.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Ishant Chandna: I am currently pursuing B Tech in CSE (first year).

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Ishant Chandna: I did not face any problem as the teachers and seniors were very helpful.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Ishant Chandna: Yes, there are many clubs, and I am a part of the Quiz Club.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Ishant Chandna: From attending classes to roaming around the campus with fellow students, time passes.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Ishant Chandna: Teachers are very understanding, and each section has approximately 60-70 students.

Q. What all facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Ishant Chandna: The library is very vast and one of a kind with a great collection of books.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Ishant Chandna: Hostels are quite clean.

Q. How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Ishant Chandna: Yes. By doing group discussions.

Q. Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Ishant Chandna: Yes, there are newsletters.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Ishant Chandna: I think Food Point and the Central Mess are the popular hangouts at the institute.

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Interview with Nitish (B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering 1st Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Nitish: My name is Nitish and I am from Ghanari, Una, Himachal Pradesh.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Nitish: I am pursuing B.Tech CSE (first year)

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Nitish: During the initial months, I took some time getting used to the uphill walk to the university. Seniors are very helpful. Buddies were appointed to help out freshers. I was a little confused about the room numbers of different classes and the time table, but I figured it out eventually.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Nitish: During our induction period we came to know about the various clubs. There is a Cooking Club also and as I love cooking, I joined immediately. I also joined a Technical Club.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Nitish: Our classes begin at 8.40am, so I wake up around 7am. After getting ready, I go to the mess for breakfast. We have 4-5 lectures, all before lunch. After classes I come back to the hostel, have my lunch, and go to my room. I finish my work and have dinner around 8.30pm. I go to bed around 11.30 pm.

Q. What all facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Nitish: Campus facilities are good. As I work on my laptop a lot, I need a good wifi. The wifi at the library has a decent speed. The one at the hostel is not good enough but the wifi at the hostel (Aryabhatta) mess is fine.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Nitish: There are many food hubs on the campus with good service. The location of the university is a plus factor.

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Interview with Kajal (B.Tech Biotechnology 1st Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Kajal: I am Kajal from Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Kajal: I am studying B.Tech in Biotechnology (second semester).

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Kajal: I didn’t face any issues while settling in the hostel because my schoolmate is my roommate in the hostel. Seniors are very generous and kind. They always lend a helping hand. My journey has been very good so far. Getting involved in college functions has helped me make more friends.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Kajal: During the induction program I found out about various clubs at Shoolini. I am part of the dance club, Saksham.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Kajal: In this semester I have only two to three classes every day. I wake up and get ready for my class. After attending my classes, I go back to my room, rest a little and do my assignments.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Kajal: I’m not sure about the faculty student ratio. The teacher student relationship is friendly. All teachers are very helpful and willing to put in extra effort for students.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Kajal: The hostel rooms are comfortable but there is a shortage of water sometimes. Though cleanliness is maintained by the university staff, students don’t seem responsible enough to clean up and make a mess many times.

Q. What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Kajal: I haven’t really explored medical assistance. Luckily, I did not have to face any medical emergency at Shoolini.

Q. How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Kajal: I have fewer subjects in this semester, so it didn’t seem a big problem managing them, but I try to complete my work as soon as possible and prioritise it.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Kajal: I guess the popular hangouts are near Nescafe and Food Point in the Central Mess.

Q. How do you spend your leisure time at the campus?

Kajal: I spend my leisure time watching television series or learning dance choreographies.

Q. Do you have any Facebook page of your campus where the students express their views, jokes or ideas, or maybe even a blog where they write about their experience of life at campus?

Kajal: I don’t use Facebook, but as of Instagram, I have seen a lot of Shoolini pages.

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Interview with Tanvi Parmar (B.Tech Biotechnology 3rd Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Tanvi Parmar: My name is Tanvi Parmar and I am from Una, HP.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Tanvi Parmar: I am a student of B.Tech Biotech (sixth semester).

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Tanvi Parmar: No problems. I have great friends here. The activities at the university are very adventurous, so I love being a part of this university. Seniors are very supportive.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Tanvi Parmar: The university organises several fests and I participate in dance and other cultural activities.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Tanvi Parmar: I live in the hostel. I get up around 8am, depending on the timing of the morning class. Then I get ready and head for the respective classroom. Mostly, my schedule is busy. I eat before 9pm and sleep between 11pm and midnight.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Tanvi Parmar: The faculty here is very supportive. I have never experienced the friendliness that I saw here.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Tanvi Parmar: The cleaning staff do their work very diligently.

Q. What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Tanvi Parmar: The hostel nurse is available 24/7 for any medical help.

Q. How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Tanvi Parmar: I have a timetable and like to manage everything as per a schedule.

Q. Tell us about the clubs and societies at the campus and how significant are they from your point of view or students’ point of view?

Tanvi Parmar: Extra-curricular activities are important for the overall development of a person. I like to keep my evenings free for such activities.

Q. Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Tanvi Parmar: Yes, the Shoolini newsletter keeps us updated.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Tanvi Parmar: The popular hangouts at the institute are Pine Court, Central Mess, Food Point, Nescafé.

Q. What type of companies come for campus recruitment and what percentage of students get placed every year? How is the recruitment process here?

Tanvi Parmar: Many companies come for the recruitment process on the campus and almost everyone is allowed to sit in. Walk-in interviews are carried out with group discussions and questionnaires.

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Interview with Ruchi Behl (B.Tech Biotechnology 3rd Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Ruchi Behl: My name is Ruchi Behl I am from Una.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Ruchi Behl: I am currently studying B Tech Biotechnology (3rd year).

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new?

Ruchi Behl: No, I did not face any problems.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Ruchi Behl: There are many clubs for co-curricular activities. I have joined the Sports Club.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Ruchi Behl: I wake up at 7:00am, get ready for my classes by 9:00am and attend classes till 4:00pm. I am an active member of the gym, so after 4:00pm I go there for a workout. I am done with dinner by 8:00-9:00pm and from 10:00-11:00pm I revise all that I studied during the day. Then I head for the bed.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Ruchi Behl: Teacher student ratio is 1:7. We have a very friendly and rewarding relationship with teachers.

Q. What all facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Ruchi Behl: Sports, cafeterias, etc. This is one of the cleanest universities I have ever seen.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Ruchi Behl: There can be some improvement in the food provided at the mess. Cleanliness is normal.

Q. What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Ruchi Behl: Medical facilities are good.

Q. Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Ruchi Behl: Yes, the Shoolini newsletter keeps us updated.

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Interview with Charlie (B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering 3rd Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Charlie: I am Charlie from Himachal Pradesh.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Charlie: I am studying B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering. I am in my 3rd Year.

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Charlie: No. I did not face any problems. The university staff and my seniors are awesome. They helped me tremendously in every way they could.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Charlie: There are various clubs on the campus. I am a member of the Dance Club here.

Q. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Charlie: I wake up at 6am and do some stretching exercises. Then I pack my bag and get ready for class. When I reach the campus, I feel very calm and relaxed because I love the environment. After classes I practice my dance moves and return to Solan.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Charlie: The faculty is very helpful and understanding.

Q. What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Charlie: Yes, we have a health centre on the campus.

Q. How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Charlie: I balance everything by making and sticking to a schedule.

Q. Tell us about the clubs and societies at the campus and how significant are they from your point of view or students’ point of view?

Charlie: All students work hard in the clubs. The dance club is my favourite because they organise events every semester.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Charlie: Pine Court is the most popular hangout.

Q. How do you spend your leisure time at the campus?

Charlie: By practicing dance and chilling out with my friends.

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Interview with Tanika Kanwar (B.Tech Food Technology 1st Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Tanika Kanwar: My name is Tanika Kanwar from Solan, Himachal Pradesh.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Tanika Kanwar: I am from the Bioengineering Department and pursuing B Tech Food Tech (First Year).

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Tanika Kanwar: No, I did not really face any problems while settling down in the initial months. My seniors, as well as all faculty members were very supportive, helpful, and cooperative.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Tanika Kanwar: Many activities are offered at Shoolini University, like Sprint, inter-departmental competitions, web seminars, events, Moksh, etc. Yes, there are many clubs for various extracurricular activities, such as gym, volleyball, basketball, Nukkad Natak. I have joined the gym.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Tanika Kanwar: Student-teacher ratio is 5:10. The relationship between students and teachers is very good. While teachers treat students like their own, students are very humble and respectful towards their teachers.

Q. What all facilities do you have on the campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Tanika Kanwar: There are many facilities on our campus. We have 100+ labs, world-class classrooms, the Abdul Kalam Skill Centre, modern student residence for boys and girls, 24/7 academic areas, including library and labs. We have the facility of high-speed Wi-Fi across the campus from the classroom to the playground, to the bed. Green campus with energy efficient buildings, 100% solar electricity, solar cooking, tree houses for student interactions. Multiple cafes across the campus, including hostels. Multiplex open air theatre, meditation hall, Shoolini temple. In sports, we have tennis and basketball courts, and Yuvraj Cricket Stadium. Students greatly enjoy hiking and adventure camps organized by the university. Everything is unique and different, but what I admire the most is the green campus and faculty members.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Tanika Kanwar: Though I do not live in the hostel, my friends tell me that cleanliness is very good.

Q. What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Tanika Kanwar: There is a health centre on the campus, so medical facilities are pretty good.

Q. How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Tanika Kanwar: I don’t feel any pressure regarding the tasks to be completed. However, I take help, wherever required, from my seniors, teachers, and classmates.

Q. Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute?

Tanika Kanwar: Yes, the Shoolini newsletter tells us all about the latest events or happenings at the university.

Q. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Tanika Kanwar: Cafes, multiplex, activity centre, temple, and of course tree houses. I think Suryaanshi baker estate, Anand Complex, etc., in Solan.

Q. How do you spend your leisure time at the campus?

Tanika Kanwar: In the library, using wi-fi or at the basketball court, and sometimes at the Pine Court.

Q. What type of companies come for campus recruitment and what percentage of students get placed every year? How is the recruitment process here?

Tanika Kanwar: Shoolini students are placed in top MNCs and Indian companies. The Placement Cell provides quality employment to 100% students with 30% great jobs. Students get placement through a process or criteria. There are three rounds, first is written, second is group discussion and the third and final is a personal interview.

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Interview with Jhanvi (B.Tech Biotechnology 1st Year)

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you from?

Jhanvi: Hi! I am Jhanvi from 'Nawabo ka Shehr', Lucknow.

Q. Which branch are you studying and in which year you are in?

Jhanvi: I am studying B Tech Biotechnology. (Second Semester).

Q. Were there any initial problems and hiccups that you faced during the initial months when everything at the institute was new? How was the support from the college and seniors? How has your journey been so far at the institute?

Jhanvi: When I came here, I found the hilly terrain very interesting, as I have always lived in plains. It has been a great experience and the beginning of a new adventure.

Our seniors are the best! Before joining, I was very apprehensive, as I had heard about many ragging stories. But, strict 'anti-ragging' norms are in place at Shoolini university, making it a safe place to live and pursue studies. Talking about seniors, they are very supportive and always ready to help. The 'Buddy Program' increases the bond between juniors and seniors. It has been a great experience till now. I love the eco-friendly and green campus. It is great to interact with people coming from different cultures and states.

Q. What activities are offered in the institute? Are there any clubs etc., for various extracurricular activities? Which ones have you taken up and are a part of?

Jhanvi: This institution offers various activities and extracurricular functions. There are many clubs to choose from, from fashion photography. I have joined the Literature Club.

Q. Tell us about the faculty-student ratio here and about the teacher-student relationship in your understanding.

Jhanvi: Our faculty has great expertise in their specialised fields. We have mentors to guide us in the right directions. Teachers provide relevant knowledge about every course. Even though we are in a state of lockdown, our teachers help us in every possible way. We have regular interactions, and they are present 24/7 for their students.

Q. How comfortable are your hostels and how about the cleanliness factor over there?

Jhanvi: Hostels are very comfortable, and all facilities are provided there. They are safe and secure. Teachers look after every student. Cleanliness is taken care of.

Shoolini University is filled with many great surprises.

Q. Tell us about the clubs and societies at the campus and how significant are they from your point of view or students’ point of view?

Jhanvi: Many extra-curricular activities are conducted here, like sports, fests, events, etc.

Facilities and infrastructure is very good. The most important feature that my parents too liked very much is that our VC Prof PK Khosla and teachers stay on the campus itself, which makes the place all the more secure.