The Leadership Initiative
In the bustling corridors of IIT Gandhinagar, stories of perseverance and leadership echo through the walls. Meet the vibrant individuals who shape the campus landscape, each with a unique journey to share.
Rahul Dev, a spirited member of the university's Volleyball team, embodies the essence of perseverance. To him, it's the unwavering commitment and effort invested in his passion for sports. Through the lens of sportsmanship, Rahul recognizes perseverance as the driving force behind his personal growth and team success. His journey from balancing academics and sports to representing IIT Gandhinagar at Inter IIT sports competitions is a testament to his dedication and perseverance.
In another corner of the campus, we meet individuals like Sanya, who reflect on moments when perseverance seemed elusive. For her, perseverance is the will and determination to excel in both academics and sports, a balance she once struggled to achieve. Sanya's candid reflection on her decision to prioritize studies over basketball training highlights the importance of perseverance in every aspect of life.
As we delve deeper into the lives of these students, their stories illuminate the essence of perseverance in the pursuit of excellence. Whether on the court or in the classroom, the spirit of perseverance thrives at IIT Gandhinagar, shaping future leaders and inspiring others to push beyond their limits.
What I understand from perseverance is that it is the continuous effort that we put into a task that is very crucial for us to overcome all the difficulties in the path. I am a sportsman. I play volleyball for IIT Gandhinagar’s Volleyball team. We all know that perseverance is a must for every sportsperson. Without the drive to win, a sportsperson cannot reach his/her full potential. I have gone to two Inter IIT sports competitions by now. I have seen prominent improvement in my performance from the first day I joined the team. It wouldn't have been possible without perseverance. Regularly attending practice sessions, managing academics and sports side-by-side, keeping health in check, maintaining a proper diet, etc. All this was possible due to my continuous efforts. Not only me but due to my whole team's constant efforts, we have reached a certain level of preparation that we can give tough competition to all of our competitors. In my initial semesters, I was focused more on sports than academics. As I needed more perseverance there, I lagged behind my peers, and my academic performance dropped. Thus, showing perseverance in all essential tasks is crucial for the individual as it helps a lot on the way.
From what I understand, perseverance is the will and determination to put continued effort towards your goal. There was a time in my life when I felt I lacked this quality. Not even a year ago, I decided to give up inter-IIT basketball training to focus on my studies. However, reflecting back, I should’ve persevered to give my best in both because I think I could’ve done it. Sometimes, I hold this as a regret for how my college experience could’ve been better.