If I could give my past NHCE student self some advice, it would be to engage more deeply with the faculty and their research, as NHCE has some truly brilliant professors. I would have spent more time visiting faculty not just for academic doubts but to discuss broader concepts, learn about their research, and explore opportunities to assist. Attending research seminars and building strong relationships with professors could have opened doors to mentorship and career guidance. While it’s hard to pick a single favorite professor, those who stood out were passionate about teaching, communicated clearly, offered supportive mentorship, and connected theory with real-world relevance.
The NHCE alumni network is also quite strong, with an official association, active LinkedIn presence, and professors who maintain connections with alumni, which has been helpful for internships and job opportunities. Although I haven’t stayed in close touch since moving away after my bachelor’s degree, I’ve made valuable connections and plan to engage more in the future. One of the most valuable skills I gained at NHCE was the ability to break down complex problems into manageable parts, thanks to rigorous lab work, a strong focus on fundamentals, collaborative projects, and constant debugging practice.
This structured problem-solving approach is something I use daily in my career. Among all the memorable moments, the day of our final mini-project presentation stands out—it was the culmination of hard work, teamwork, and learning, filled with a sense of accomplishment, camaraderie, and the bittersweet feeling of closing a chapter in our college journey.