Empowering Students: MAIT's Journey to San Francisco State University

With the support of US Work Study (USWS), a bright cohort of students from Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (MAIT), Delhi embarked on a remarkable academic journey to San Francisco State University (SFSU) for the 2025 Data Science Summer Program. Their journey was more than just education — it was a blend of academic exposure, global networking, cultural immersion, and historic appreciation.

This hands-on, practice-oriented program provided students with a unique blend of academic rigor and international exposure. It equipped them with cutting-edge skills in the rapidly evolving field of Data Science. Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, this immersive experience served as a significant milestone in the participants’ academic and professional journeys. The exposure to real-world applications, global best practices, and a diverse learning environment will undoubtedly be a valuable asset and a career-defining opportunity for all involved.

📍 Arrival & Warm Welcome

The students were welcomed at San Francisco State University, a vibrant hub of innovation and diversity. Their excitement was evident as they stepped onto the campus, ready to begin a new chapter of learning and growth.

🎓 Learning from the Best: Data Science Learning at SFSU

Guided by Prof. Vera, students explored core concepts of statistics, analytics, and data science through hands-on projects and collaborative sessions. The program emphasized real-world problem-solving using Excel, Python, and critical thinking frameworks.

🤝 Networking Across Cultures at San Francisco State University

A key highlight of the program was the networking lunch on campus, where MAIT students interacted with peers from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and other countries. These global connections nurtured collaboration, teamwork, and a multicultural understanding — essential skills for today’s professionals.

🏫 Campus Explorations and Faculty Engagement

Beyond classrooms, students explored SFSU’s academic facilities, interacted with faculty, and participated in engaging campus tours. These experiences enriched their understanding of global academic environments and encouraged them to dream beyond borders.

✍️ Blackboard Recap: What We Learned

As the classes concluded, students filled the classroom blackboard with key concepts they learned — a powerful visual recap of the knowledge they acquired.

🍽️ Comfort of Home Away from Home

Despite being miles away, students found comfort in familiar flavors — from delicious Indian dinners to shared laughter during meals.

🏛️ Official San Francisco State University Student IDs Issued to MAIT Participants — Empowering Global Alumni Status

These OneCard Gator Passes symbolize more than just access — they represent the students' official participation and integration into an international academic system. Each student now carries a token of their global academic journey.

As part of this educational experience, the students also had the opportunity to visit the Silicon Valley Campus of California State University – East Bay (CSU East Bay). Located in the heart of tech innovation, this visit allowed students to:

• Explore the university’s academic environment

• Interact with international faculty and researchers

• Understand how Silicon Valley universities are shaping the future of AI, Data Science, and Machine Learning

  
  

The visit was not only educational but also aspirational — offering a close look into the industry-academic collaboration that defines the region.

Academic Exposure Beyond SFSU: Visit to California State University – East Bay

🏛️ A Trip Through History: Gadar Memorial

The students were honored at the Indian Consulate in San Francisco, where they were praised for representing India abroad and for participating in international academic collaboration.

🎓 Final Class & Certificate Ceremony

San Francisco State University Awards Globally Recognized Certificate 2025 to Successful Students

The program concluded with students receiving certificates of participation, celebrating their successful completion of the summer course in data science. The smiles said it all!

🚀 Future Prospects for MAIT Students

Armed with knowledge, international exposure, and new networks, these students are now more prepared than ever to:

• Pursue master’s degrees in the US and other countries

• Apply for internships and placements in top companies

• Lead AI and data science initiatives at a global scale

• Contribute meaningfully to India's digital transformation

  
  

🎉 BTS: Behind the Scenes & Fun Moments

Beyond the formal learning and cultural visits, the students made lifelong memories—posing playfully on campus, lifting one another in celebration, and enjoying genuine friendship. These fun-filled moments brought the group closer and made the experience unforgettable. "Work hard, play harder — that’s the MAIT spirit at SFSU!"

Dr. Nisha of Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (MAIT) took a thrilling skydiving plunge during her visit to Silicon Valley, while serving as the faculty mentor for a student group attending the Globally Recognized Summer Certificate Program at San Francisco State University in July 2025. Compliments to her for providing outstanding mentorship—ensuring students remained focused on their studies, explored the global technology capital with curiosity, and upheld excellent discipline throughout the program.

🌍 US Work Study: Shaping Tomorrow's Global Leaders

At US Work Study, we are proud to facilitate such impactful learning opportunities for Indian students. Together, USWS aims to empower young minds to become future-ready, global professionals.