Neha Sai Vangipurapu - Resume
EDUCATION
Duke University May 2023
Intended Courses of Study: Public Policy Major/French Minor/Sustainability Engagement Certificate
Relevant Coursework:
FOCUS program: Ethics, Leadership, and Global Citizenship Cluster
ETHICS 129FS: Human Rights and World Politics
ETHICS 160FS: Globalization and Corporate Citizenship
POLSCI 160: Introduction to International Relations- Security, Peace, and Conflict
FRENCH 204: Advanced Intermediate French Language and Culture
FRENCH 303: French in Current Affairs
POLSCI146: Politics and Economics
ECON101: Introduction to Economic Principles
STAT101: Introduction to Statistical Principles
WRITING101
Raleigh Charter High School June 2019
GPA: 4.0 Unweighted, 4.68 Weighted
WORK EXPERIENCE
Policy Research Intern: Circular Triangle May 2020 - Present
Conducting research into policy ideas and case studies to create and organize a policy platform for Circular Triangle-- a non-profit organization which is working to transform the Triangle into a circular economy through advocacy and education.
Undergraduate Research Assistant May 2020 - Present
Researching policy and market dynamics in the run-up to the 2008 financial crisis under Professor Balleisen of Duke University as part of a paid job, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research skills. Skills gained in text mining, interview coding, and oral history analysis.
Research and Organizing Team Member: Wellbeing Economy Alliance December 2019 - Present
Organized a Hackathon to organize student interest in the resource hub, inform others of the vision of a wellbeing economy, and visualize the shift from our current economic system. Also working to start a WeAll Hub in Durham to organize a movement towards wellbeing economy policies in the community. Working on developing an online resource hub to garner interest in the idea of an economy prioritizing people and planet over profit. This resource hub will be used in partnerships with the governments of New Zealand, Iceland, and Scotland. Also working to start a WEAll Hub in Durham to advocate for wellbeing economics.
Work-Study Position at the Duke Music Library August 2019 - Present
Customer service job at the library help desk at the Duke University Biddle Music Library. Shelve books, retrieve requests, assist with check-out procedures, engage with patrons, and answer phone calls.
Research Assistant: Refugee Education in Durham, NC December 2019 - February 2020
Conducted research for World Relief Durham to gain a better understanding of the educational needs of refugee youth for their refugee resettlement program. Engaged in field work and data analysis; responsibilities included acting as a French translator and transcribing and analyzing interviews. Gained and utilized skills in NVivo, Otter, qualitative research, and interview transcription.
Intern at the North Carolina Chamber Music Institute August 2018 - May 2019
Bookkeeping and scheduling for over 20 different chamber music groups. Served as a coaching assistant for some of the younger groups.
ORGANIZATIONS
Raleigh Charter Model United Nations Team August 2017 - May 2019
Participated in numerous mock United Nations conferences and was part of the team that competed in Duke University’s Model United Nations Conference in 2018. Was a delegate from the State of Kuwait to the National Security Council and won the award for the Best Position Paper.
Tar Heels Girls’ State June 2018
Attended the North Carolina Girls’ State Conference and was elected to the position of Precinct Party Chair.
French Club August 2016 - May 2019
President of the Raleigh Charter High School French Club. Organized and led meetings every month to spread awareness of French culture in the community. Organized participation in the North Carolina French Festival and won awards in the drama category in 2017.
Duke University: Bass Connections June 2020 - Present
Research team member in the Duke University Bass Connections Team “American Predatory Lending and the Financial Crisis.” Studying the role of American predatory lending and the mortgage market in the run-up to the 2008 financial crisis.
RELEVANT LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Volunteer at United States Center for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) August 2016 - May 2019
Volunteered as a tutor for children of refugees being resettled in the Raleigh area
Led and hosted panels with North Carolina representatives and USCRI clients to inform public
Led and organized donation drives for USCRI twice a year
Triangle People Power- Raleigh Chapter August 2016 - May 2018
ACLU sponsored youth activism club
Organized voter registration drives at Raleigh Charter High School every year
Spoke in front of Raleigh City Council on sanctuary cities
Canvassed for Democratic Party state candidates through phone banks
Amnesty International at Raleigh Charter High School August 2016 - May 2018
Worked in partnership with USCRI to bring awareness about refugee resettlement in Raleigh, North Carolina
Led and organized Arts for Amnesty- annual art auction at Raleigh Charter High School to raise money for USCRI
AWARDS AND HONORS
SAS Merit Scholarship Recipient May 2019
Recipient of the SAS Merit Scholarship through the SAS Institute.
National Merit Scholarship Recipient May 2019
Recipient of a National Merit Scholarship through the NMSQT.
Duke University Youth Symphony Concerto Competition Winner May 2018
Competed in and won the annual concerto competition through the Duke University String School and performed in Baldwin Auditorium with the Youth Symphony.
Raleigh Music Club Scholarship Auditions May 2018
First Prize Winner.
Raleigh Charter High School Student Awards: Music Department Award May 2018
Recipient of the Music Department award for leadership, initiative, and excellence in the Strings Program.
Raleigh Fine Arts Society Literary Contest April 2018
Finalist and Honorable Mention Award in the 2018 Short Story Contest from 600 entries.
Le Grand Concours- National French Exam March 2018
Recipient of a Gold Medal.
Duke University Model UN Conference- Best Position Paper February 2018
Awarded Best Position Paper in Security Council category at Duke University Model UN Conference.
SKILLS
Software Skills: Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel and Word), NVivo, Otter, R, and Python
Fluent in English and Telugu. Proficient in French and Hindi.
Excellent communication, creative and informational writing, and proof-reading skills
EDUCATION
Duke University May 2023
Intended Courses of Study: Public Policy Major/French Minor/Sustainability Engagement Certificate
Relevant Coursework:
FOCUS program: Ethics, Leadership, and Global Citizenship Cluster
ETHICS 129FS: Human Rights and World Politics
ETHICS 160FS: Globalization and Corporate Citizenship
POLSCI 160: Introduction to International Relations- Security, Peace, and Conflict
FRENCH 204: Advanced Intermediate French Language and Culture
FRENCH 303: French in Current Affairs
POLSCI146: Politics and Economics
ECON101: Introduction to Economic Principles
STAT101: Introduction to Statistical Principles
WRITING101
Raleigh Charter High School June 2019
GPA: 4.0 Unweighted, 4.68 Weighted
WORK EXPERIENCE
Policy Research Intern: Circular Triangle May 2020 - Present
Conducting research into policy ideas and case studies to create and organize a policy platform for Circular Triangle-- a non-profit organization which is working to transform the Triangle into a circular economy through advocacy and education.
Undergraduate Research Assistant May 2020 - Present
Researching policy and market dynamics in the run-up to the 2008 financial crisis under Professor Balleisen of Duke University as part of a paid job, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research skills. Skills gained in text mining, interview coding, and oral history analysis.
Research and Organizing Team Member: Wellbeing Economy Alliance December 2019 - Present
Organized a Hackathon to organize student interest in the resource hub, inform others of the vision of a wellbeing economy, and visualize the shift from our current economic system. Also working to start a WeAll Hub in Durham to organize a movement towards wellbeing economy policies in the community. Working on developing an online resource hub to garner interest in the idea of an economy prioritizing people and planet over profit. This resource hub will be used in partnerships with the governments of New Zealand, Iceland, and Scotland. Also working to start a WEAll Hub in Durham to advocate for wellbeing economics.
Work-Study Position at the Duke Music Library August 2019 - Present
Customer service job at the library help desk at the Duke University Biddle Music Library. Shelve books, retrieve requests, assist with check-out procedures, engage with patrons, and answer phone calls.
Research Assistant: Refugee Education in Durham, NC December 2019 - February 2020
Conducted research for World Relief Durham to gain a better understanding of the educational needs of refugee youth for their refugee resettlement program. Engaged in field work and data analysis; responsibilities included acting as a French translator and transcribing and analyzing interviews. Gained and utilized skills in NVivo, Otter, qualitative research, and interview transcription.
Intern at the North Carolina Chamber Music Institute August 2018 - May 2019
Bookkeeping and scheduling for over 20 different chamber music groups. Served as a coaching assistant for some of the younger groups.
ORGANIZATIONS
Raleigh Charter Model United Nations Team August 2017 - May 2019
Participated in numerous mock United Nations conferences and was part of the team that competed in Duke University’s Model United Nations Conference in 2018. Was a delegate from the State of Kuwait to the National Security Council and won the award for the Best Position Paper.
Tar Heels Girls’ State June 2018
Attended the North Carolina Girls’ State Conference and was elected to the position of Precinct Party Chair.
French Club August 2016 - May 2019
President of the Raleigh Charter High School French Club. Organized and led meetings every month to spread awareness of French culture in the community. Organized participation in the North Carolina French Festival and won awards in the drama category in 2017.
Duke University: Bass Connections June 2020 - Present
Research team member in the Duke University Bass Connections Team “American Predatory Lending and the Financial Crisis.” Studying the role of American predatory lending and the mortgage market in the run-up to the 2008 financial crisis.
RELEVANT LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Volunteer at United States Center for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) August 2016 - May 2019
Volunteered as a tutor for children of refugees being resettled in the Raleigh area
Led and hosted panels with North Carolina representatives and USCRI clients to inform public
Led and organized donation drives for USCRI twice a year
Triangle People Power- Raleigh Chapter August 2016 - May 2018
ACLU sponsored youth activism club
Organized voter registration drives at Raleigh Charter High School every year
Spoke in front of Raleigh City Council on sanctuary cities
Canvassed for Democratic Party state candidates through phone banks
Amnesty International at Raleigh Charter High School August 2016 - May 2018
Worked in partnership with USCRI to bring awareness about refugee resettlement in Raleigh, North Carolina
Led and organized Arts for Amnesty- annual art auction at Raleigh Charter High School to raise money for USCRI
AWARDS AND HONORS
SAS Merit Scholarship Recipient May 2019
Recipient of the SAS Merit Scholarship through the SAS Institute.
National Merit Scholarship Recipient May 2019
Recipient of a National Merit Scholarship through the NMSQT.
Duke University Youth Symphony Concerto Competition Winner May 2018
Competed in and won the annual concerto competition through the Duke University String School and performed in Baldwin Auditorium with the Youth Symphony.
Raleigh Music Club Scholarship Auditions May 2018
First Prize Winner.
Raleigh Charter High School Student Awards: Music Department Award May 2018
Recipient of the Music Department award for leadership, initiative, and excellence in the Strings Program.
Raleigh Fine Arts Society Literary Contest April 2018
Finalist and Honorable Mention Award in the 2018 Short Story Contest from 600 entries.
Le Grand Concours- National French Exam March 2018
Recipient of a Gold Medal.
Duke University Model UN Conference- Best Position Paper February 2018
Awarded Best Position Paper in Security Council category at Duke University Model UN Conference.
SKILLS
Software Skills: Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel and Word), NVivo, Otter, R, and Python
Fluent in English and Telugu. Proficient in French and Hindi.
Excellent communication, creative and informational writing, and proof-reading skills