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Ajay Gokul S

Ajay Gokul S

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    MSc - Foreign Service | McHenry Fellow | Science, Tech & International Affairs | Business Diplomacy

  • Education

    • Shiv Nadar University

      2018 - 2022
      B.Tech Major Degree in EEE and Minor Degree in International Relations and Governance Studies

      - Three time Dean’s List Awardee for exceptional academic performance- Valedictorian of the graduating class- Upgraded 50% merit scholarship to 90% merit scholarship- Undergraduate Researcher

    • Georgetown University Walsh School of Foreign Service

      2023 - 2025
      Master of Science in Foreign Service International Relations and Affairs

      Activities and Societies: Core - Foreign Service Energy Club Member - Nuclear Club - Full Scholarship: Donald F. McHenry Fellow- Concentration: Science, Tech, and International Affairs- Honors: International Business Diplomacy

  • Experience

    • Enchant - Fashion and Lifestyle Society of SNU

      Sept 2019 - Jan 2021

      - Counseled the succeeding core in team recruitment, PR and people management.- Developed strategies for a smooth transition of activities to the online mode focussing on themed photoshoots. - Hosted the university’s first ever inter-college fashion show in February 2020 under my leadership. - Co-ordinated and managed a budget of INR.3,50,000, key model-influencers as judging panel and over 300+ participants ranging from models, designers, choreographers, stylists, photographers to bloggers and journalists across India.- Networked with leading figures in the fashion industry to secure deals for future events of the succeesive core team.

      • Advisor

        Mar 2020 - Jan 2021

      • Founding Secretary

        Sept 2019 - Mar 2020

    • Shiv Nadar University

      Apr 2020 - Jun 2021
      Undergraduate Researcher

      - Awarded a research grant for a capstone project selected through the OUR (Opportunities for Undergraduate Research) program.- Conducted independent research titled 'Gendered Symbolisms of Sovereignty' with the expert advice of Dr Sruthi Muraleedharan, department of International Relations and Governance Studies.- Presented the research paper at the 5th O.P.Jindal Undergraduate Research Conference.- Presented the research at the 7th Opportunities for Undergraduate Research Conference (SNU). Show less

    • TribesforGOOD

      Jun 2020 - Mar 2022

      • Facilitated implementation of grassroots projects in line with the United Nations’ SDGs• Mentored budding social entrepreneurs across India to reduce the talent gap by equipping them with relevant 21st-century skills and digital domain knowledge• Trained grassroots innovators and young changemakers to build a social impact ecosystem• Featured in leading regional newspapers like Sakal (Mumbai edition) & newsletters of organisations like Oorja • Authored two resource guides on waste management and mental health to aid ‘changemakers’ and social impact projects in the respective fields.• Liaised with partner organizations like The Oscar Foundation to study, simplify and implement projects with young changemakers.• Mentored young changemakers to start their own ventures through the summer program on ‘Global Challenges and Social Justice”.

      • Associate Facilitator - Social Impact

        Jul 2020 - Mar 2022

      • Research Intern

        Jun 2020 - Jun 2020

    • London International Model United Nations Foundation

      Feb 2021 - Mar 2021
      Assistant Director - Chair

      - Selected through a rigorous process to chair the 22nd edition of the London International MUN (Europe's largest university level MUN conference) as Assistant Director of UNDP.- Co-authored a study guide analysing the sustainability framework of China’s belt and road initiative.- Developed valuable skills through workshops and training sessions with the international secretariat.- Assessed delegates on multiple criteria and selected the award winners.

    • Shiv Nadar University Student Council

      Mar 2021 - May 2022

      • Re-elected with 100% votes to represent EEE and ECE batch of 2022.• Scrutinized loop-holes in the constitution and enabled its overhaul. • Supported in conducting live debate for the executive election of student council 2022-23.• Documented technical committee reports for NAAC Evaluation.• Operationalized SNU Outreach forms to collect queries and complaints from student body. - Elected by winning 84% votes to represent the batch of 2021 & '22 of Electrical and Electronics department.- Lobbied to further the interests of the students with university staff and management.- Participated in the senate to analyse and resolve issues faced by the student community.

      • Senator for the 2022-23 Student Council

        Jan 2022 - May 2022

      • Member of the Press Committee

        Aug 2021 - May 2022

      • Senator for the 2021-22 Student Council

        Mar 2021 - Jan 2022

    • Lyon MUN - Lyon Model United Nations

      Mar 2021 - May 2021
      Chair

      - Chaired the academic simulation of United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to discuss the protection of rights of refugee women and the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on refugees.- Co-Authored the study guide to assist the delegates on these topics.- Evaluated delegates on multiple criteria and selected the awardees.

    • Office of Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha

      Apr 2021 - Sept 2022
      Legislative Assistant

      • Assisted the MP in her parliamentary and constituency duties.• Liaised with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and International Solar Alliance (ISA) Secretariat• Facilitated the framing of questions asked in the 2021 monsoon session of parliament.• Designed press releases on behalf of the MP.• Drafted policy briefs and questions on legislation concerning technology regulation and foreign policy.

    • The Young Diplomat

      Jul 2021 - Jul 2021
      Summer School

      I was honored to receive 'The Young Diplomat 2021 Scholarship' to attend a Summer School based in The Hague, Netherlands, focusing on 'Diplomacy vs Nationalism.' I had the privilege of learning from experts like Dr. Voorhoeve, Prof. Sluga, and Dr. Meerts, while exploring international negotiations. Through engaging workshops and simulations, I honed my negotiation skills and networked with professionals and peers. I also brought an interdisciplinary approach, blending my Engineering background with my passion for International Relations. Show less

    • Global Madras

      Jan 2022 - Aug 2023
      President & Founder

      • Strategised a 6-month plan to build and launch the organization• Established a network of 17,000+ next-gen IR leaders• Organized conferences and hosted 3000+ paid participants• Promoting paradiplomacy as an effective tool of international cooperation• Y20 India under India's G20 presidency• Managing 10+ employees and researchers from across the globe

    • The Diana Award

      Feb 2023 - Apr 2023
      Judge

      • Served as Chairperson of the panel• Assessed candidates on various social impact parameters• Selected recipients to the most prestigious international accolade for youth humanitarian efforts• Coordinated declaration of results and awards

    • Georgetown University Master of Science in Foreign Service

      May 2024 - Aug 2024
      Admissions Assistant

      Provided administrative and operational support to the MSFS admissions team during a time of limited staffing. When the communication manager role became unexpectedly vacant, I took the initiative to manage social media until a replacement was found, boosting engagement by 200%.

    • Georgetown University Walsh School of Foreign Service

      Jun 2024 - now
      Global Experience Ambassador

      I'm involved in a bit of everything here, supporting a very small team to enhance international opportunities for students. Key areas of focus include building a graduate resource vertical, coordinating with program heads to organize outreach expos, developing communications, crafting donor reports, and jumping in on strategic initiatives as needed.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Electromagnetic and Thermal Simulation of PMSM (IPM) Motor Worshop - ANZ ASEAN India

      Altair
      May 2020
      View certificate certificate

    • Reimagining Youth Skills Post-Pandemic Workshop

      United Nations Volunteers
      Jul 2021
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Dean's List - Monsoon 2021 Shiv Nadar University Apr 2022 Ranked first in the overall department (all four years of UG) for the Monsoon 2021 semester. Secured an SGPA of 9.37 that exceeded the departmental cutoff of 8.62 by a wide margin.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Dean's List - Spring 2021 Shiv Nadar University Nov 2021 This Dean's List Award was in recognition of my exceptional academic performance for the Spring 2021 semester.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      The Young Diplomat Scholarship 2021 The Young Diplomat Academy, The Hague, Netherlands Jun 2021 One of the four students to be awarded the scholarship to attend the Summer School and the only student from India out of the 40 odd students selected across the globe in 2021.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Dean's List - Monsoon 2020 Shiv Nadar University Mar 2021 This Dean's Award was in recognition of my academic excellence for the Monsoon 2020 semester. Secured an SGPA of 9.33 that surpassed the departmental cutoff of 8.82 by a huge margin.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Dr P.N.Parameshwaran Award Devi Academy Senior Secondary School Jun 2017 The award came with a cash stipend to recognize my top score in English at the All India Senior School Certificate Examination.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Best Delegate - IMUN 2020, London - I was awarded the Best Delegate representing the United Kingdom in the academic simulation of an International Health Conference conducted by IMUN based in London. The conference discussed efficient global distribution strategies of the COVID 19 vaccine. As part of my award I received a generous cash prize through the Guild of Mercer's Scholars which I donated in full to the UNHRC to aid pandemic relief.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Best Delegate - International MedMUN 2020 - This award came with a cash stipend recognising my research, policy analysis, conflict resolution and negotiating skills at the academic simulation of the WHO committee representing the delegation of the United States of America. The committee discussed various policy frameworks to implement a global immunisation strategy to fight the pandemic.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Highly Commended Delegate - Jaypee MUN 2020 Jaypee Institute of Information Technology This award came with a cash stipend for my participation, representing Reuters during an academic simulation of an International Media Conference. The conference discussed establishing a draft convention outlining international guidelines for media surveillance.
    • Awarded to Ajay Gokul S
      Highly Commended Delegate - NSUT MUN 2019 Netaji Subhas University of Technology, New Delhi This was my second Model UN Conference and the first time I won an award and a cash prize as part of it. NSUT MUN is a part of Delhi's Largest Literary Fest Colloquium.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Peer Support Guide - Mental Health Team

      Issued by Blue Circle Medi Services on Mar 2019
      Blue Circle Medi ServicesAssociated with Ajay Gokul S

    • Family Head - 2020 Fresher's Orientation

      Issued by Shiv Nadar University Student Council on Jun 2020
      Shiv Nadar University Student CouncilAssociated with Ajay Gokul S