"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those
who prepare for it today." - Malcolm X
Why Us?
As a team of life-long learners, we believe in the power of
education and learning through experiences. At Pathwise, we view the
college application process as a crucial part of a student’s
educational journey. We maintain that every student can achieve
their academic dreams if they recieve right guidance at the right
time. We, thus, provide individualized support and mentoring and
help navigate this process with ease and confidence. Toward this
goal, we follow the following strategy:
Analyse- understand each student’s individual needs
Design- chart out a student-specific plan based on their needs and
support them in choosing universities that align with their
academic, financial, socio-emotional and professional growth
needs.
Mentor- guide students through all aspects of the college
application to project their best selves and achieve their dreams
Accomplish- support students in final decision-making after they
receive university offers
Our Team
Ms. Vandana Mukhija
Founder, Chief Consultant
Vandana is a dedicated educationist with extensive academic
credentials, including a Master's in Sociology, an M.Phil in
Education from the University of Delhi, and a College Counselling
Certificate from UCLA, California. With over 25 years of experience
in education across the UAE, Singapore, and India, she has
effectively guided numerous students through university applications
worldwide. Vandana's expertise spans various curricula and
educational systems such as IBDP, A-levels, ISC, CBSE, US High
School Diploma, and SABIS. Her strong communication skills honed
through interactions with diverse cultures and age groups facilitate
effective support tailored to individual student needs and
university requirements. With a focus on personalized guidance and
unwavering dedication, Vandana is committed to empowering students
to achieve their academic aspirations.
Dr Manjula Kalia
Advisor
Dr. Manjula Kalia is an Associate Professor at the Regional Centre
for Biotechnology, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, NCR,
India, with a profound dedication to education. She earned her PhD
from the prestigious National Institute of Immunology (NII), India
and honed her expertise through post-doctoral training at the
University of Calgary, Canada. Dr. Kalia's academic journey
includes contributions to esteemed research institutes such as the
National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bangalore;
International Centre for Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology
(ICGEB), New Delhi; and Translational Health Science & Technology
Institute (THSTI), Faridabad. Her current leadership role entails
guiding a research group focusing on host-pathogen interactions of
flaviviruses, with a keen emphasis on antiviral development,
membrane trafficking, cellular stress responses, and autophagy.
Dr. Kalia's passion for education radiates through her mentorship
of numerous Ph.D. and master’s students, nurturing the next
generation of scientists with her wealth of knowledge and
experience.
Mr Naveen Gabrani
Advisor
Naveen is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience
in the industry, holding degrees in Engineering from IIT BHU and a
Masters from IISc Bengaluru. As the Founder/CEO of Astrea IT
Services, a prestigious Crest-level Salesforce partner established
in 2010, he passionately utilizes technology to address various
business challenges. Astrea, under his leadership, serves clients
globally and has developed more than 50 apps on AppExchange.
Naveen's commitment extends beyond his business endeavours; he
actively supports fresh graduates through campus recruitments and
placements, recognizing the importance of education and practical
work experience. His contributions to the Salesforce community are
noteworthy, having been acknowledged as a Trailblazing Partner and
a Quip champion by Salesforce. Moreover, Naveen takes on
leadership roles, such as being the community leader of the
Salesforce Noida User Group. He shares his insights and expertise
as a regular speaker at renowned international events like
Dreamforce and TrailblazerDX, further solidifying his reputation
as a thought leader in the industry.
We are committed to making a difference.
We believe that education is the cornerstone of societal progress and
individual fulfilment. Our mission is to empower learners reach their
potential and effect positive change in the world. Through
personalised strategies and deep understanding of educational needs,
we are dedicated to supporting our students in navigating the path of
higher education towards a brighter future.
