Some memories don't fade with time. For me, they began the very first day I walked into DSGS.

The day it all began

I still remember stepping onto the campus for the first time. I was filled with excitement, anticipation, and a little nervousness, all at once. New faces, new surroundings, and a whole new chapter waiting to unfold. My peers and professors welcomed me warmly, and as I explored the campus, I felt the hope of what my PGDM journey would bring.

It was a day of mixed emotions, and it marked the true beginning of my journey.

Sabrang: Where we bonded, created, and celebrated

If there is one event that captures the spirit of DSGS for me, it is Sabrang, our annual cultural festival.

What I loved most about college events is that the excitement begins long before the day itself. It starts when the event is being designed, and it builds through every planning meeting, every late-night preparation, and every last-minute fix, right up to the D-Day. Along the way, you bond with your teammates, work together, laugh, and create memories that stay with you.

Every year, students come together to organise Sabrang, with music, dance, competitions, and countless other activities. It gave us a stage to showcase our talents and connect with our peers beyond the classroom. It also introduced us to different cultures and helped us appreciate our own even more.

Lessons beyond the classroom

Sabrang taught me things no textbook could. Teamwork, coordination, time management, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are all skills I learned while working behind the scenes with my batchmates. Those experiences shaped my professional mindset and continue to help me in my role today.

Looking back

Sabrang was more than a festival. It was an integral part of campus life and one of the most unforgettable parts of my time at DSGS. It reminds me that education is not only about grades and classrooms. It is also about the people you meet, the experiences you share, and the person you become along the way.

I am grateful to DSGS, my professors, and my peers for making this journey so special.

About the author: Valini Shah is a PGDM graduate (2023) from DSGS and currently works with Anand Rathi International Ventures Private Ltd. She believes that the friendships, cultural experiences, and leadership lessons of campus life play as big a role in shaping a career as academics do.