On July 21, Army Public School, Noida welcomed back one of their illustrious alumni, Ms. Anjum Rosha, who currently serves as a Senior Counsel at the International Monetary Fund based in Washington D.C. A proud alumna from the 2001 batch, she interacted with the students of classes IX-XII on her journey from school to the global financial arena.

Anjum, who successfully completed her LLB from National Law University, Bengaluru, and further pursued LLM from the prestigious University of Pennsylvania, shared insights into her academic journey and professional life. She emphasized the importance of dedication, hard work, and resilience in achieving academic goals and professional success.

Our alumna was welcomed by Student Prefect, Yashvardhan Sinha who read out her impressive CV to the audience. She was extended a green welcome by the Head Prefect, Karan Tiwari and principal, Mrs Jyoti Rana. She was presented a copy of the school magazine, Imprint, and the student anthology, Seven ‘teen’ Tales, by the editorial boards and the student-authors of the school.

Anjum shared experiences from her tenure at the IMF, and how being a Senior Counsel in a world-renowned institution helped shape her professional perspectives. She expressed how her legal education armed her with the necessary skills to navigate through complex international financial laws and economic policies.

The students, full of curiosity, asked a series of questions about studying law and the opportunities and challenges in the field. Anjum highlighted the dynamic nature of law and the critical role it plays in every aspect of life. She also discussed the importance of having a diverse skill set in today's globalized world. Proficiency in multiple languages, understanding of different cultures, and a broad perspective on global issues are some aspects that she emphasized on, citing their importance in her own career.

In the concluding part of the session, Anjum advised the students to remain focused, be open to learning new things, and to make the most out of every opportunity that comes their way. She encouraged the students to pursue their interests wholeheartedly and to strive for excellence in their chosen fields.

This enlightening session ended with a round of applause for Anjum Rosha, as the students expressed their gratitude for her invaluable advice and insights. Following this, four members of the Students Council – Karan Tiwari (Head prefect), Prathana Vaid (Prefect Publication), Harsh Saxena (Prefect Academics) and Paridhi Singhal (House Captain) interviewed Anjum for the school magazine about her personal and professional journey so far.

The interaction was not only a source of inspiration for the students but also provided them with a real-world perspective of the legal profession and the global financial landscape. The students came away with newfound motivation and a clearer understanding of their potential paths ahead.