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Interview series: Ep 1-Chat With a Geographer (Part 1-2)

18m · 5 Steps Ahead · 04 Dec 03:59

In this first of two-part episode" Chat with a geographer", Dr. Romila Verma, an environmental geographer teaching at University of Toronto talks about her educational background and experiences working with water systems in different landscapes around the World. She elaborates on how the power of networking played a major role in her many ventures, such as the Trans Africa Pipeline project. Her message is powerful - Get out of your comfort zone,, talk about your passion and go after your opportunity. Some of the questions that have been addressed in this segment for students and parents include the following-  1. Could you give us a brief description of your educational background in India and Canada? 2. What were your experiences working in water systems in different landscapes in India, Africa and Canada? 3. What is your take on "The Power Of Networking"? 4. What is the Trans Africa Pipeline project? #careersinfinite #5stepsahead #socialscience #geography #universityofToronto #watersustainability #conservation #geographer #urbanplanning #gta #waterspeaks #stem #careers #environmentalgeography #Delhischoolofeconomics

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