Interview with Dr. Ishaq

Yesterday I interviewed Executive Director, Ashfaq Ishaq, Ph.D. He provided very interesting insight for career fields and everyday life. We spent about 40 minutes in his office talking about life, experience, education, and the future.

Afterwards I felt pumped and ready for new opportunities. He offered me a potential internship at the Shanghai Cultural Development Program for next summer, if I promised to learn Chinese. After his interview I rethought about my educational/career goals. I have created a new plan for my 2.5 years left in college, focusing on skill sets and interest, rather than just career fields.

There are several comments that I can not stop thinking about which are: How can you be on top of the world when working for institutions that were created with 20th century foundations? Education and experience must be based on skill set and dealing with where creativity lies and where everything else (like imagination) is or will follow...

"Look at the heritage you have. With your parents unique background (Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, China, Taiwan) you can relate to at least 2 billion people. Have you thought about connecting with them through your work?"

So, this interview had a positive effect on me. I feel very open minded to any career field or opportunity in general. My classes that I have planned to take will be very well-rounded And specialized. Thanks Dr. Ishaq. :)