11月22日の会員大会にご参加いただきました現役学生さんたちから感想をいただきました。数回に分けてご紹介いたします。
柳川 立翔様(理工学部1年)
この度は、初めてものづくりソフィア会総会に参加させていただき、誠にありがとうございました。普段の学生生活では得られない多くの学びや刺激をいただき、大変貴重な時間となりました。
私の都合により懇談会からの参加ではありましたが、数多くの先輩方とお話しする機会に恵まれ、ものづくりのみならず、人付き合いに関する示唆に富んだご助言を頂戴しました。経験豊富な先輩方のお話から、自身の知識や視野を改めて見つめ直す良い契機となりました。
改めまして、このような貴重な機会をご提供いただき心より御礼申し上げます。今後も機会がございましたら、ぜひ参加させていただければ幸いです。
Oliviero Manfredi様(経済学部1年)
I would like to begin by expressing my sincere gratitude for the invitation to attend this alumni conference. As a current student, it was both encouraging and motivating to be included in an event that brought together alumni, university staff, and student representatives. The overall atmosphere was very welcoming, and I genuinely appreciated the effort that went into organising the day.
In terms of content, I found both of the main presentations highly engaging and relevant. The speakers clearly put a lot of thought into their talks, and their ability to connect their professional experiences back to the university context made the sessions especially meaningful. I never felt that the presentations were simply “lectures”; instead, they came across as open, insightful conversations about career paths, skills, and the broader role of our studies in the real world.
The first presentation on artificial intelligence stood out to me in particular. The presenter not only introduced complex ideas in an accessible way, but also managed to keep my full attention from start to finish. The structure of the talk, the concrete examples, and the balance between opportunities and challenges of AI all contributed to a very stimulating session. I left that presentation with a clearer understanding of how AI is shaping different industries, as well as with new questions and ideas to reflect on in my own academic and professional journey.
I also appreciated the opportunity for our Formula Student team to present during the programme. Being able to share our activities, goals, and current projects in front of alumni felt like an important bridge between students and graduates. It was encouraging to see that the alumni and organisers were interested in what we are doing, and it gave us a sense that our work is recognised as part of the broader university community.
One of the most valuable parts of the event, in my view, was the buffet and informal networking session at the end. Having the chance to speak directly with alumni about their current roles, career paths, and memories of university life was extremely inspiring. Hearing how they have developed professionally, and how their time at the university continues to shape their lives, gave me a strong sense of pride and honour in being a student here. It made the idea of “alumni” feel concrete and relatable, rather than distant or abstract.
In terms of areas for improvement, I have just a small suggestion about the structure of the opening section. While the opening remarks were thoughtful and set a positive tone, they could perhaps be made a little more concise. Keeping this part slightly shorter would allow the programme to move more swiftly into the main presentations, where the content is most engaging for students. If the chairperson or organisers have additional points or reflections they would like to share, these might work very well during the buffet or informal networking time, when conversation can be more interactive and personal.
Overall, I was very happy to attend this conference and felt that it successfully connected students and alumni in a meaningful way. The quality of the presentations, especially the session on AI, and the chance to learn from alumni during the buffet made the experience both enjoyable and enriching. I hope similar events will continue in the future, as they are a powerful reminder of the value of our university community and the possibilities that lie ahead after graduation.