Ananya Muralidhar
IEEE
Embarking on various leadership roles within IEEE RITB, I contributed to fostering a diverse and technologically enriched environment. I am proud to have served as an Executive Committee Member, the Women In Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group Chairperson, and the Computer Society Chairperson, where my initiatives were driven by a commitment to technological excellence, social responsibility, and diversity in STEM.
IEEE RITB EXECOM
ROLE - Executive Committee Member
Duration: February 2020 – December 2020
Overview
During my tenure as an Executive Committee Member at IEEE RITB, I took a significant stride in establishing a foundation of progressive dialogues and transformative leadership. I played a pivotal role in orchestrating the first-ever Webinar Series by IEEE-RIT's WIE Chapter, contributing to the society being distinguished as “IEEE Bangalore-Outstanding Large Chapter/Affinity group 2021.”
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Key Contributions & Impact
- Pioneering Initiatives:
I conceptualized and successfully pitched IEEE-RIT's inaugural online symposium, focusing on the theme "Women Leading Change." This initiative marked a milestone in promoting inclusive discussions and empowering perspectives within society.
- Coordination & Leadership:
I was the sole Executive Committee member chosen to coordinate this event.
Reflection
As a student I was surprised I could handle the responsibilities and the workload. It exceeded my comprehension to be able to conduct all these events without any prior exposure being just a 2nd year student with no previous management experience
The experience as an Executive Committee Member endowed me with a profound understanding of the importance of inclusive dialogues and the impact of collaborative initiatives. It allowed me to hone my leadership and coordination skills and reinforced my resolve to take a more active role in creating platforms that amplify diverse voices in STEM.
Through this avenue, I discovered my hidden potential in spurts. I’m now confident in my abilities to handle events or initiatives of any scale and have a better understanding of what factors need to be considered in facing each challenge, paving the way for me to take on the role of Chair of Women in Engineering.
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With each successful event, the trust and confidence placed in me by our esteemed professors and peers continued to grow, propelling me to persistently pursue a path of impactful contributions in the field.
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