Darshan Patel Class of 2020 Major: Civil Engineering Current Home: Carmel, IN

Extracurricular Activities:Indian Student Association and American Society of Civil Engineers.

What career or personal update would you like to give to your fellow Florida Tech Panthers alumni?

So, I follow one rule of thumb which is Focus, Commitment and Sheer will. Stay focus towards your goal, make commitment towards yourself and sheer will no matter whatever the condition is. I came from India with Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. I had around year of field experience without any new technology knowledge. After first semester at Florida Tech, I did not get great grades in class and received academic warnings in first semester. As I mentioned I was focus towards my Ms goal which led me to successful degree in Master of Civil engineering. Since I graduated, have completed several public infrastructure project in state of indiana. I decided to pursue my career in heavy civil engineer with public infrastructure focus. I am very thankful to Florida Tech to give me platform to perform my show which led me towards my career in public infrastructure. I am enjoyed this career as I do what makes people life easy and convenient. I have completed several highway and infrastructure project at Gradex for Indiana Department of transportation.

How did your time at Florida Tech help get you to where you are today?

As I mentioned, I was not aware of many construction software and technology during my Bachelor. I learned all this 3D modeling, 3D Design, Civil 3D software at Florida Tech. As Institute as best facility with all new technology and availability for students which help me to learn and grew more in this industry. I will always grateful towards Florida tech.

What is your favorite Florida Tech memory?

I have great memories with Florida Tech during my tenure at Campus. I remember late night preparation for Midterm exams and final projects. One of the best memories I recalled that, I had great classmates from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain.

Was there a mentor or professor who had a big impact on you personally and/or professionally?

Yes, Dr. Albert Bleakley and Dr. Junyong Ahn are one of best professors or mentors I say. I did my teaching assistant job under Dr. Ahn. He taught me how to run Revit 3D modeling software which I used to teach other student during my tenure. Dr. Albert Bleakly who always been kind towards every students help them as much as possible. Dr. Bleakley used to share great experience from his Army tenure in Middle East.

Please share any advice you have for current Florida Tech students.

I would say stay focused. Somebody can copy your work, your style and your methods. Nobody can copy your passion towards goal. Be Passionate towards your goal. Firmly, the world is your.....!!

Please share your LinkedIn profile to connect with Florida Tech students and faculty.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/darshan-patel-2777a013b/