Graduate Assistant to Amanda Johnson, the Centennial Student Union Events Coordinator, Sushil Manandhar has moved through the ranks among student staff within CSU Building Operations. Starting as an undergraduate student worker, he ascended to a building manager before returning as a graduate assistant. Nominated for his exceptional commitment to the CSU, Sushil was recognized as “very smart and a great leader” who continually displays strong customer service and people skills.
“One thing I really like about Sushil is his positive and encouraging attitude; it helps our students keep going when unexpected things happen or we are a bit busy,” his nomination stated. “He is patient and thoughtful when dealing with situations that arise and stays cool, calm and collected in stressful situations.”
In Sushil’s Own Words…
How has campus involvement and/or campus employment enhanced YOUR COLLEGE EXPERIENCE?
The leadership and teamwork qualities that I’ve gained from CSU OPS have helped me to achieve positive results and feedback from other community members. Working with people from different corners of the world has taught me to adapt to any type of group which made me confident to get along with any group that I need to work with.
How has campus involvement and/or campus employment enhanced YOUR FUTURE?
Getting to work at CSU OPS has taught me valuable lessons. Every day you learn to handle situations differently than yesterday. It has made me resilient and confident in learning something new every day. Employers seek to get soft skills like leadership, motivational, interpersonal, and communication skills from a candidate during job interviews, these are all the skills that are abundantly available at CSU Operations.
How has campus involvement/campus employment enhanced YOUR LIFE?
A lot of the experiences that I’ve earned in life come from my college life. My involvement here at CSU OPS has helped to change so many of my characteristics in a positive way. The valuable lessons I’ve learned are practical, and relative to real life, so it has greatly influenced the way I am today.
Provide one or more detailed examples where your campus involvement/work experience made you a better leader.
As a GA for CSU Building Assistant Coordinator, I have a responsibility to lead a group of 20 employees to carry on day-to-day tasks. I present myself as a strong leader who manages and divides tasks while motivating the group throughout their shift. From practical training to giving them better advice during meetings, I involve myself to get the best out of them every day.
What advice would you share with fellow students in helping them make the most of their college experience?
Always have an open mind with an optimistic view. College can be difficult sometimes, but if you allow yourself to participate with people and involve in a community, it can solve most of your problems and bring positive outcomes.
Throughout your college experience at Minnesota State Mankato, what has provided the greatest personal growth, memories, satisfaction, and/or personal pride?
I believe maintaining my composure and trusting myself during even the harsh point of times has been the most satisfying moment of my life. Also, when you are surrounded by great people in the community, it always helps to boost your morale and tackle obstacles. And one way you can make this happen is if you allow yourself to involve in a community and work towards a common goal. My time here at CSU has always been filled with colorful memories that will be part of my life forever.
