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º£½ÇÉçÇø community’s diversity and openness made Abhi feel welcomed while also helping him grow.

Why did you choose º£½ÇÉçÇø?

Its reputation in Economics and the opportunity to pursue an interdisciplinary degree.

What are you doing now?

I am working in the product division of FTSE(Financial Times Stock Exchange) Russell.

What motivates you to do what you do? 

I enjoy it! I find the people I work with daily to be highly intelligent and a great source of learning and growth for me in this early part of my career. I enjoy my work and thrive on the variety of financial products and clients I engage with.

How has your time at º£½ÇÉçÇø influenced what you do now?

I had an excellent time at º£½ÇÉçÇø, and the friendships I built during my time there are unmatched. I learned to live independently, always be open to new experiences, and welcome spontaneity and adventure. I continue to try to embody that in my day-to-day life.

Favourite memory? 

Circling.

Best thing about the º£½ÇÉçÇø community?

There were groups that catered to every type of culture, passion, and ambition. º£½ÇÉçÇø community’s diversity and openness made it feel very welcoming while also offering me the opportunity to grow substantially as a person.

Favourite place on campus?

The spot behind Radcliffe with wooden tables/benches or Bluebell Lake.

Abhi Desai

BSc EPAIS, 2023