In this introductory- oriented first week of college, most of us have come across the main dilemma of being questioned by our respected teachers, Beta, why IHM?. Well most of us had a good reason for joining such a prestigious institute. Cooking. But, leaving out all the intended humour, I saw most of us scampering for reasons to justify our joining IHM in probably a new way; including myself too that is. I lied, as well. During our physical reporting day, we had been made aware of this inevitable fact (doom) of such a burdensome question, and I probably found out just an answer. But, truth be spoken, it was just a random, witty escape from my reality. Now comes the confession part. Honestly, I hadnt HEARD of the place Taratala before our NCHMCT JEE, let alond this IHM. Heard about IIHM from TV ads, and thought that this might be someplace where people go to learn cooking, etc; When I secured which probably others would call a good rank (I had given a good exam without even taking ample preparation, swag), I still decided that pursuing other preset avenues of my career would have been a better choice. I dont know what hit me next (judging by earlier confessions, it was NOT Cupid) but I decided to do a little research work. Seeing the seat- rank analysis of the last two years, getting IHM Kolkata was not in my problems, but what I would be studying there for the next three years, were. And since we all endow ourselves with the social network these days, I found out the (official) page of our institute. Asked a few questions, met a few seniors. Before that, I had been told that this profession would have been a painstaking occupation, and thus, still had major doubts considering it. Talking with a few seniors I found out that I was not at all about to become a cooking restaurant trainee, yet I was going into one of the most prestigious institutions to probably have graced Kolkata, and this entire industry. I had seen the motto, service before self numerous times in the IHMkolkata website, and the apparent behaviours of seniors, both on virtual platforms, as well as face to face; by far exceeded all expectations. They really stood out to the motto. Some had exams the very next day, still took out time, and cleared out the entire doubt I had regarding this course, and yes; that is the sole reason why I am here today. (Second) Last thing I want to say is that (before ending such a boring, long, pointless post) , I had never been given such clear- cut, accurate guidance from anyone, and receiving the most straightforward and unbiased form of help from strangers really made me confirm my decision, and new potential role models. I want to take this moment, and thank all the seniors who helped me, guided me and they are the reason why I will be boring you with long,irritating posts for the next three years. I appreciate every single thing they have done for me. Looking forward to possibly following, and becoming the ones Im thanking today :) (Yes, its OVER, you can stop reading now) ~1st Year, Male Admin - I can relate so much with this post, specially till the swag part. And its such a proud moment for me to know that somebody was as clueless about IHM as me! :)
Posted on: Sat, 02 Aug 2014 19:32:58 +0000