President

soute [at] umd [dot] edu

One of the standout factors of the Telecommunication program at the University of Maryland is the fact that it is interdisciplinary in nature which allows using the resources of the University to its maximum potential and being a part of Telecommunications Student and Alumni Network gives us the opportunity to identify areas that could make ENTS a more fulfilling program. My aim as the President of Telecommunications Student and Alumni Network would be not only to organize events, workshops and seminars that would be of help in the professional world but also build a stronger and closer relationship with the Alumni and members of the Telecommunication industry. Collectively our goal is to enhance the experience of being a graduate student at the University of Maryland at College Park and make it the best two years of our life!

-Sandip Southekal

Vice-President

gsosa [at] umd[dot] edu

As Vice President my main role is to coordinate the efforts of the TSAN board to accomplish the objectives set by the president and the board itself. Also, to organize the program's Speaker Series that takes place once every semester and to serve as logistics coordinator for major events as Telecommunica.

Giordano Sosa is a Fulbrighter from Dominican Republic. He has more than 6 years of experience in Telecom, of which the last two were as RF Engineer for Claro-CODETEL (formerly Verizon DR). His focus is mainly Wireless Communications (3G & 4G networks).

- Giordano Sosa

Secretary

deepakcl [at] umd [dot] edu

TSAN is a vibrant organization,where the focus is on making the experience of ENTS students better. The program is diverse and we try to reflect the diversty through our events by engaging the industry,alumni and students. My main role is to keep track of all activites,decisions,manage finances and website of TSAN.

I completed an under graduate degree in telecommunications and then worked for JP Morgan Chase for two years as a network engineer. I am currently working as an Intern at The North Texas Global Telecommunications Society. I look forward to leveraging the experience of the past few years in the telecom industry in achieving some of TSAN's objectives.

- Deepak Chitlur Lakshman

Director of Student Affairs

isingh [at] umd [dot] edu

ENTS is a very ambitious course and it sets a stage to provide students with the professional skills needed to advance a successful career in Telecommunications. As the Director of Student Affairs, my primary role is to provide a strong communication channel between the ENTS students and the Program Office and assist in resolving student concerns and issues. Also my responsibilities include keeping ENTS students enthusiastic about learning and contributing in addition to general administration. Every term, very talented and enthusiastic students join this Interdisciplinary program and contribute to the diversity of the program. TSAN is by the Students, for the students and of the students and that opens up a recognized platform to get involved in various technical and managerial activities in addition to pure academic coursework. With 4 years of corporate experience in the Telecommunications industry including 2 years of stint at Wireless technology pioneer Qualcomm, ENTS and TSAN is an opportunity for me to interact with new people, brainstorm on varied topics in wireless and networking technologies with additional dosage of Telecommunications Marketing and Strategy principles.

- Ishwinder Singh

Director of Public Relations

prateeks [at] umd [dot] edu

As the Director of Public Relations, I am dedicated to streamline & smoothen the communications within and outside the ENTS program, maintain & grow strong relations with the Industry professionals and ENTS alumni, organizing events & student outreach activities and maintaining the program’s student and alumni database. I have also set my goals to create awareness the Telecommunications program and generating interest and accountability for the program and TSAN board amongst the current/prospective students. Lastly, I look forward to bridge every possible communication gap between ENTS admistration and students. Having over two years of experience with Software development, quality assurance and network infrastructure management, I joined the Masters course in UMCP to realize my potential and enrich my competencies in Telecommunications arena. I am primarily interested in 3G Wireless communication Technologies. I aspire to contribute to TSAN’s growth and bring about a positive change for years to come.