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Ajit
Assistant Professor - Senior Scale BSSD
Ajit has a way of making the systems thinking project feel larger than just classwork. As the iPhone’s complexity was being mapped, he highlighted how the students’ work connected to global ESG goals and missions. Without overtaking the class, his clarity revealed links that might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
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Aashna Siju
I'm Aashna Siju , a designer in the making with a big love for all kinds of media and an appreciation for art. I like to try my hand at everything and have too many hobbies. I care about using design thoughtfully and hope to make a positive difference, even in small ways.
Instagram: @glittergutters
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Anna Maria Girosh
Hey there! I am Anna, a designer with a belief in empathy driven design by understanding people, practices and experiences. A veteran ‘Jack of all trades’, I unironically enjoy using the exclamation mark, treasure Asterix and Tintin collections and religiously keep up with tennis. You can catch me pondering on how design can bridge the gap between the visible and the overlooked and where people stand within it.
Connect with me!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-maria-girosh-54a52a310/
Deepti Srihari
Hi! I’m Deepti Srihari, an aspiring design practitioner. I’m interested in curating transparent design. I hope to work with game theory, colour psychology and cognitive learning in my design career. I love visual media - film, animation and visual storytelling through comics. I engage with pottery, writing and journalling and am a music appreciator.
connect with me :
www.linkedin.com/in/deepti-srihari-275209327
https://www.instagram.com/deeptisrihari/
Heyanshe Pant
Hi, I’m Heyanshe, an undergraduate student at Srishti Manipal Institute, studying B.Des in Business Services and System Design.
I love public speaking, debates and all sorts of speaking at different platforms.Drawing isn’t just a hobby but a passion for me. Apart from all this, I love watching movies and listening to songs.
You can find me here-
https://www.instagram.com/heyanshepant?igsh=MXhzNjh4NG4wYTE0
www.linkedin.com/in/heyanshe-pant-659147261
About the Studio
In this studio, we explored systems thinking by shifting between macro structures and micro details of our environments. Zooming out revealed large systemic patterns, while zooming in showed how interconnected elements directly shape human experiences. Using lenses such as economy, culture, sustainability, society, technology, and policy, we analyzed environments not as isolated parts but as layered, interdependent networks. A key takeaway was how this perspective supports better design decisions that balance people, planet, and profit. In service system design, it enabled us to see ecosystems as a whole while still focusing on detailed user interactions. Field visits reinforced these ideas. At IKEA and MG Road, we examined why consumers often prefer branded goods over local ones, uncovering systems of trust, quality, and perception. The Anatomy of AI case study further revealed the hidden labor, extraction, and supply chains behind digital systems. We also practiced mapping tools system maps, mind maps, and affinity maps to plot actors, stakeholders, and power dynamics. These exercises highlighted how influence, perception, and dependencies operate within systems. Overall, the studio provided a framework to understand complexity, connect macro contexts with micro realities, and approach design with greater criticality and responsibility.
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Jashith S Kumar
Hi, I’m Jash. I’m the type who dives deep into new interests, nerds out for a bit, and loves talking about them when they come up. I’m into a wide range of music—especially metal. Cooking is a hobby for me, not a chore. I love making things, I’m really into motorsports, and I’ve got a soft spot for the 2000s aesthetic. As a designer I love making things interactive & fun, I wanna make things people would actually wanna use
you can find me at:
Instagram: @okayestcomputerofemall
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jashith127/
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Leisha Sameer Chavan
Hi I’m leisha, an aspiring designer who’s interested in viewing the world from a different perspective and observing how design is used in our day to day lives. I hope to integrate technology, hci (human computer interaction) and cognitive psychology to make sure my design is 100% effective and user friendly. Other than that I’m interested in fashion, chess and writing poems.
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Meenakshi NM
Hi, I’m Meenakshi. I enjoy writing in an internal monologue style, sometimes provoking my own thoughts just to see where they’ll go. My favorite indoor activities are gaming and reading manga or comics. I have a habit of running late, but I’m genuinely curious about almost everything—though staying interested for a long time can be its own challenge. Still, I keep showing up and trying to improve a little every day!
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meenakshi-nm-166609223/
Meghana Ashwin Chavan
Hello! I’m Meghana, a 2nd-year Business Service System Design student. Beyond sketching and movies, I’m driven by a passion for problem-solving through thoughtful design.
Varun
Head of Studies - Entrepreneurship for Impact
Varun is a mentor, designer and systems tinkerer. He patiently watched our blank faces, pushed us through endless iterations and rants, and still kept smiling. Between mapping iPhones, nudging us to think wider, and reminding us to embrace complexity, he made systems thinking feel less like homework and more like discovery.
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Natasha Ghose
I’m Natasha, a design student passionate about entrepreurship, branding, and creative problem-solving. My interests lie in exploring how design can shape experiences, systems, and everyday life. I enjoy combining art, storytelling, and strategy to create impactful work. Always curious, I’m eager to learn, experiment, and collaborate with others.
Nesari Shreeya Anil
Hi I’am Shreeya, a design aspirant, interested in blending business strategies with design. I enjoy doodling. When I get a chance I like to spend my leisure time dancing and listening to music, for me it’s a way to relax. I like exploring new cuisines and flavours. Chocolate and coffee are my little joys.
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Parth S Dodderi
Hi, I’m Parth. I am a second year design student at SMI and I’ve got a cockpit full of passions whether it’s sketching fighter jets and F1 cars, or flying and driving them in games. When I’m not cruising the skies or racetracks, you’ll probably find me diving into a pool, vibing to desi hip hop, or devouring the perfect benne masala dosa.
Patil Trisha Reddy
Hi everyone, I’m Trisha Reddy an aspiring designer, always ready to learn and explore the different fields within design. I love crocheting cute things for my friends, playing the guitar, and I also love playing football, athletics or any sport. I’ve always been drawn to music, often finding inspiration from it.
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Prajakta Aniruddha Joshi
Hello! I’m Prajakta Joshi, an aspiring design practitioner still finding my way through life and learning with every step. I am a curious, passionate, and driven student, still exploring the connections between people, culture, and storytelling. I enjoy working and experimenting with different materials and forms and try to bring in research, theory and emotions through my craft.
You can reach out to me via:`
https://www.instagram.com/21_prajaktaaaa
Prerana Kumar
Hi, I’m Prerana, I love dancing, playing badminton and finding new ways to mix design with technology to make life more sustainable, profitable and accessible.
I’m always curious, love exploring things on my own, and honestly I just want to try out cool ideas and have fun with them.
Socials : https://www.linkedin.com/in/prerana-kumar-97654b269/
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Radini Phukan
I’m Radini, a B.Des student at Srishti Manipal, blending nature, tradition, and creativity through hands-on exploration. From crafting paper out of grass pulp to fish breeding, cooking, painting, and molding clay, I love experimenting across mediums. For me, design is play, discovery, and culture, why just live life when you can craft it.
Chit Chat: https://www.instagram.com/im_nang_hehe?igsh=a2hoeTZ6ZXRpZDh0
Rohan Roy
Hello everyone, I’m Rohan Roy, a passionate designer-in-progress who loves exploring creativity through different mediums. Photography is my favorite hobby, helping me capture unique perspectives and everyday stories. I’m always curious to learn, grow, and experiment with new ideas in design. OH!! And I love working with 3D softwares too.
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Shivgun Das
Hi there. I'm Shivgun, an 18-year-old Business Services and System Design student at Srishti Manipal. I'm exploring how design can create sustainable systems, strategies, and meaningful user experiences. Integrity is my core value, guiding how I learn and work, and if I were an alien, I’d be Chromastone from Ben 10, always ready to take on challenges and turn them into opportunities.
Sumedha Suhas Bhoski
Hi, I am Sumedha, an aspiring designer passionate about making services accessible and inclusive for all. I enjoy trying to solve problems through strategy, empathy, and creativity. Whether by drawing, crafting, or conducting research. I’m committed to continuously learning and evolving my skills to create impactful design solutions.
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Thejose Epao
Hi, I’m Thejose, I enjoy playing football and badminton, and I love expressing creativity through sketching, making paper models, and crafting sculptures. I’m passionate about art and design, and I’m skilled at turning ideas into unique creations. Sports and creativity keep me active, inspired, and balanced.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thj811a?igsh=M3p2OTF3NDNldW5m
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Urvi Murmuria
Hello! I am Urvi Murmuria, an ambitious designer and entrepreneur from Kolkata. I am pursuing my Bachelor’s at Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology, after completing my schooling at Lakshmipat Singhania Academy. My interests include game design, service design, entrepreneurship, culinary arts, fashion, scrapbooking, and sports.
Instagram: @theurviverse.co
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/urvi-murmuria-112529380
Behance: https://www.behance.net/urvimurmuria
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Veekshana G
I’m Veekshana — someone drawn to what most glance past, fascinated by quiet moments and hidden patterns. I chase questions without clear answers, notice details others miss, and leave subtle marks that linger, inviting people to slow down, pause, and see the small wonders of life.
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Krithika
Heyy there!! I’m Krithika, a designer in the making and a daydreamer at heart. My curious mind buzzes with ideas across fashion, poetry, business, and sustainability. I love exploring different creative mediums, learning new things, and observing the world quietly- with coffee as my constant fuel and binge watching movies and series as my escape.
Kriyesha
I’m Kriyesha, an aspiring Fashion Designer. I love listening to music and painting.
Instagram: kriyesha.sheth
Linkedin: Kriyesha Sheth
