Students Advising

Advising students is one of the most rewarding experience and the inspiration comes from the book “Bhagavad Gita”.

The Bhagavad Gita is a conversation between Arjuna, a supernaturally gifted warrior about to go into battle, and Krishna, his charioteer. In the course of giving Arjuna all manner of spiritual and material advice, Krishna explains karma, the self, the Supreme Self, the purpose of yoga, the difference between our self and our material body, how our environment affects our consciousness, and how to attain the perfection of life.

Of course, I am no Krishna, but I approach advising as a selfless act, where I go over and beyond to help my advisees grow as a curious, thoughtful, and sincere researcher. I assure them that I will support them no matter what, and will always have time for them.

It gives me immense joy to receive generous letters from students and advisees, which reflects my philosophy around teaching and advising. Below are letters from students which I received when I applied for my tenure and teaching awards.