Cultivating success
uisite knowledge to handle tough assignments,” says Thiban, who is hoping to join the pharmaceutical industry.
In the meantime, Thiban is busy enjoying his varsity experience.
“I know some students grumble about the lack of entertainment, but I think that means fewer distractions,” he reasons.
He occupies his time with extracurricular activities.
Besides helping to co-ordinate the Campus Games and the Masiswa (Central Zone II) Games at campus, he is the president of the Life Sciences Society and also the vice-president of the Indian Cultural Society.
He says that being involved in such activities has taught him many valuable lessons, including the ability and willingness to always listen to others with an open mind.
The young scientist spoke enthusiastically about the eco awareness project the Life Sciences Society carried out – Dawn of the Greenage.
It was a week-long programme designed to create awareness of an eco-friendly lifestyle and also to inculcate some environmentally friendly habits among the students and the staff members.
“Joining the biotechnology programme will equip you with the knowledge to improve people’s lives and also do things which will safeguard the future of the planet.
“If you are strong in biology and chemistry and have a natural affinity for laboratory work, this is the programme for you,” shares Thiban.
Besides the three-year BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology, Nilai U also offers a diploma option for school leavers.