GLORIA DONKOR
Lowell,MA
Summary
Dedicated and proactive Ph.D. candidate in Global Studies with a robust background in legislative and political analysis, government relations, and sustainability initiatives. Recognized with prestigious awards for contributions to international relations, peace, and sustainability. Seeking to apply a strong skill set, including analytical prowess and exceptional communication skills, to the Corporate Affairs Intern role at LVMH, aligning with a passion for government affairs and a commitment to ethical and culturally sensitive practices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Cornerstone Global LLC
10.2023 - Current
- Oversee company’s sustainability outreach project plan team, scope & objectives
- Analyze legislative and political developments related to sustainability
- Monitor project expenditures and financial performance for cost-saving strategies
- Conduct regular quality assurance checks & written reports to ensure standards for deliverables.
Project Manager
Seamingly Sustainable Apparel Upcycling Workshop
04.2023 - Current
- Design and execute apparel repair upcycling workshop, aligning with UMASS Lowell’s sustainability goals
- Engage in cross-team collaboration with sustainability & environmental protection stakeholders
- Conduct team meetings to provide updates and address issues for effective collaboration & teamwork.
Adjunct Faculty
University of Massachusetts – Lowell
05.2022 - Current
- Courses: World Civilizations since 1500 (Jan
- 2023 to present), Contemporary African Politics (Sep
- 2022 to Dec
- 2023), Introduction to Comparative Politics (May 2022)
- Utilize innovative teaching methods to enhance pedagogy (oral communication)
- Monitor performance and evaluation to provide feedback for improvement
- Research and design effective teaching materials and tools.
Intern
Lowell City of Learning
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Interviewed and reported on sustainability-related learning events
- Participated in stakeholder discussion meetings
- Managed project publicity and outreach metrics to increase organization’s visibility
- Presented key sustainability initiatives and objectives orally.
Joint Mentee Intern
Civic Action Project Fellowship - Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) & Conservation Law Foundation (CLF)
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Participated in a Fellowship Program in Public Policy & Law with a focus on environmental management
- Conducted research on textile waste management & diversion
- Assisted in organizing stakeholder trips, enhancing understanding of legislative and regulatory environments
- Contributed to weekly public policy stakeholder roundtable discussions.
Education
PhD Global Studies - Global Studies
University of Massachusetts – Lowell
05-2025
MA. Public Administration -
Bowling Green State University
05.2020
B. A Social Work with Sociology -
University of Ghana
05.2016
Spring 2015 College Exchange Program -
Malmo University
07.2015
Skills
- Legislative and Political Analysis
- Issues Monitoring and Reporting
- Trade Environmental and Social Governance
- Data Visualization
- Customer Service Orientation
- Proactivity and Adaptability
- Communication Skills
Affiliations
- International Studies Association
- African Studies Association
- The American Society for Public Administration
Awards
- Bradford Morse Research Stipend Awardee – June 2023
International Relations Scholarship supporting international relations & development issues studies
- Wooding – Marion Prize for Peace & Justice Awardee – June 2023
Endowment Fund supporting students promoting peace justice or sustainability in the local, national, or global community
- S.E.E.D Grant Recipient – April 2023
Sustainability Engagement & Enrichment Development Grant awarded in UMASS Lowell to support sustainability initiatives.
- Project: “Seamingly Sustainable”; UMASS Lowell Sewing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manager
Cornerstone Global LLC
10.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Seamingly Sustainable Apparel Upcycling Workshop
04.2023 - Current
Intern
Lowell City of Learning
10.2022 - 12.2022
Joint Mentee Intern
Civic Action Project Fellowship - Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) & Conservation Law Foundation (CLF)
06.2022 - 08.2022
Adjunct Faculty
University of Massachusetts – Lowell
05.2022 - Current
PhD Global Studies - Global Studies
University of Massachusetts – Lowell
MA. Public Administration -
Bowling Green State University
B. A Social Work with Sociology -
University of Ghana
Spring 2015 College Exchange Program -
Malmo University
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