Mrs. Dr. Suganthi has been working as an Associate Professor at Sri Sairam Institute of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. She has done Graduation in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Masters in Embedded Systems and PhD as part of her academics. She has an amazing teaching experience of 19 years as Lecturer, Assistant Professor and Associate Professor. Her areas of interest are Networking, Embedded Systems, Sensor Networks, Internet of Things and Cryptography. She is also a Fellow of IETE, IEEE & Life Member of ISTE and IEI. Her research interests cover the design and analysis of wireless sensor networks and various optimization techniques. She has also published technical papers in National, International journals and conferences.

SSIT Chennai

Which key factors keep you connected with the education sector?

"My dedication to upgrade myself and others through my knowledge and experience"

Learning new things, new technologies and educating others about the same has been my passion since forever. And in my opinion, if you can inspire others to do good things, half of the work is already done because it's not necessary to impart knowledge through lectures only, your communication and behaviour skills matters as well. These factors I believe together have kept me associated with the education sector for so long. 

Being the HOD of Sri SaiRam Institute, what is your philosophy of leadership? 

"Utilizing team skills by giving everyone equal opportunities is true form of leadership" 

I strongly believe that leadership is all about giving equal opportunities to everyone who works for you and works with you. Teamwork and collaboration are my two main mantras to achieve the desired output.

How do you strategize the key programs for the marketing and administration of your college?

"We connect with our students through digital campaigns, social media handles and events"

To expand our reach to more and more students, we launch digital campaigns to engage them with us. And we also organize counseling and career guidance sessions with industry experts to evaluate students' future preparedness and guide them where they need to give more focus.

In your experience, what inbound a student can gain from studying here in your institute?

"Events like workshops, technical training and Alumni interaction sessions are organized by us regularly"

Our institute does provide career counseling to students and frequent Alumni interaction sessions are organized too to make students aware about the corporate world. We also have different kinds of sports, associations and clubs to conduct extracurricular activities for students' development. In addition to this, personality development training and workshops to equip students with latest technologies knowledge.

How does the curriculum of your institute ensure the best practices of industry?

"It is backed by mini and major projects in addition to lab experiments"

Our curriculum is a perfect blend of theoretical and practical learning and we assign projects to students on a regular basis in accordance with Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Because our main objective is to foster revolutionary ideas and innovation in them with a practical oriented approach.

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How is your college more welcoming to students of different races or economic backgrounds?

"Our students gratification and equality in the campus makes our college more welcoming for them"

We promote an ambiance of equality in our college and give the same opportunities to every student to grow and explore their passion. And I believe that this diversity is actually beneficial for all our students as they can easily learn about the culture and community of their peers and friends. They also tell us that they feel satisfied with the education, services and ambiance that we offer to them. 

What are your roles and responsibilities for the students of your college? 

"To teach them and make them technically and ethically strong"

Being an Associate Professor, my responsibility is to conduct myself ethically in all things I do and to provide quality education to students to make them society and industry ready.

What do you think should be the University’s top priority over the next 10 years?

"To enhance college infrastructure, education practices and promote research culture in campus"

We aspire to achieve, sustain and foster unmatched excellence in education we offer. Apart from that, we want to upgrade the infrastructure of our college to promote the culture of learning, research, creativity, innovation and professionalism. Lastly, we want to make our students ethically and technically strong and sound. 

When you first came to Sri SaiRam Institute of Technology, what was your vision for it?

"To offer exceptional education to students and make them society and industry ready"

When I joined this institute, my aim was to provide finest technical knowledge and research scope to students so that they can perform to the best of their calibre. I also wanted to develop the students' technological prowess and moral fortitude, which they will then pass on to others and contribute to the development of society and humanity.

What would you like people to know about your institute?

"We are accredited by top rating organizations for our quality education and heritage"

Our college is a well reputed Engineering institution and we are certified by ISO:9001:2015 and consistently accredited by NBA, NIRF and NAAC with A+ grade for offering top quality technical education and moulding the younger generation into best industry experts and leaders who will contribute for the benefit of the society. In addition to this, we have a remarkable heritage of touching milestones in every academic year to create valuable, technologically sound and socially concerned human resources.

What are some of the greatest strengths of your college?

"Our vision, dedicated team of faculty and leadership makes us resilient"

Our well-defined vision and mission to impart the best education to students in order to transform them into future entrepreneurs and leaders, along with our leadership and team of well qualified faculties are our main pillars of strength.

What are some of the biggest challenges you see for higher education in general?

"Lack of skilled educators and excess use of technology to impart education are some of them"

In my opinion, scarcity of skilled mentors, difficulties for rural students in affording higher education, excess adoption of new technologies in higher education are some of the issues which need to be addressed on an urgent basis.

Any suggestions which you would like to give to the current youth and aspiring students?

"Identify your strengths and use the same to fulfill your future goals"

I would like to advise my students and youths of our society to identify their unique strengths and use the same strengths to pursue their dreams. In addition to this, be disciplined, keep learning new things and live your life to the fullest. Last but not the least, always be prepared to unlearn and relearn new technologies.

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What are some of the plans that you are currently designing for students of your institute? 

"We are giving them best environment to grow on technical and personal front"

Presently, we are providing a perfect amalgamation of learning and work to students so that they can learn new skills and upgrade themselves as per industry standards and can face corporate challenges with more confidence. 

How do you establish a healthy relationship and environment in your institute?

"By being a good listener and easily approachable person for them"

To have a cordial relationship with my students and fellow faculty, I use the approach of open communication by being easily approachable to them. And while interacting with them, I listen to their issues and queries with my full attention so that I can give appropriate solutions for the same.