{"id":307,"date":"2025-06-12T16:05:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T16:05:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/materials.iisc.ac.in\/~rondiya\/?p=307"},"modified":"2025-07-03T14:43:23","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T14:43:23","slug":"supportive-and-engaged-mentor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/materials.iisc.ac.in\/~rondiya\/supportive-and-engaged-mentor\/","title":{"rendered":"Supportive and Engaged Mentor"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id307_669252-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id307_669252-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id307_669252-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id307_669252-23 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id307_669252-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id307_669252-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id307_669252-23 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column307_b33fd3-aa\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>I am Dr. Rondiya, and I strive to be a supportive and approachable mentor for my M.Tech, PhD, and Postdoctoral team members in various meaningful ways. I believe that building strong relationships beyond the lab is essential for a thriving research environment. For example, in May 2025, I organized a trip to a resort with all my team members, which was a wonderful opportunity to bond outside of work, we have photos and memories from this and several other occasions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I often take tea breaks with my students, sometimes twice or even three times a week, as these informal moments provide a relaxed space for us to connect, share ideas, and talk about challenges. Whether during these tea sessions or at other times, I am always available to listen to students&#8217; problems and support them in any way I can. When a paper is accepted or we achieve success, I prefer to celebrate by going out for dinner with the team because I believe students should enjoy and appreciate every small or big achievement in life. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column307_3cac54-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 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Overall, I create a friendly, non-intimidating environment where students feel comfortable sharing their ideas, asking questions, and discussing any concerns openly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I am Dr. Rondiya, and I strive to be a supportive and approachable mentor for my M.Tech, PhD, and Postdoctoral team members in various meaningful ways. I believe that building strong relationships beyond the lab is essential for a thriving research environment. 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