Economics and Finance Society: Vice President of Socials

Hey everyone, my name is Togay Ata Gokalp, I am a first-year Economics student, and I would be grateful to become the VP of Socials for next year.

The society has been through many issues the past year, with issues being raised in social events as well. I believe that this shines a negative light on all the wonderful events done by the committee last year. However, my main aim is to bring back the events that everyone has missed this year whilst improving and adding networking events as well.

My experiences in event management will allow me to produce events that are extremely memorable and of high quality. Whilst being the vice president in my high school, I was tasked with the organisation of the graduation, prom and monthly parties done for the graduating year. This allowed me to gain experience in formal events but also social ones, a perfect combination that would be like EFS events next year. There will be formal events for spring week help and networking, whilst also socials such as those in freshers and throughout the year for destressing.

In conclusion, EFS is one the biggest societies at UCL and it deserves to have socials that would be talked about all around the university. I am hoping to bring this if I am elected, making the next year one of the most enjoyable in terms of socials.

I am a first-year Economics student.Having been a competitive sailor (captain) for 10 years I know what it takes to be a team member but also a leader that takes initiative.Sailing races are stressful environments that call for practicality, cold blood, and effective communication. I co-organized Turkey's first student-run sailing race (College Cup) which was FULLY sponsored by Coca-Cola and GoPro.Getting to have them by our side in such an entrepreneurial organization was hard but rewarding.It is now an annual race in Turkey and appears on the Turkish Sailing Federation's official calendar! During my time as the student body secretary, I was responsible for every written and/or verbal communication of the sponsors of an event (MayDay) we were organizing.It is my high school's traditional event (since 90+ years), which very famous Turkish singers/bands perform for 3000+ people and costs around roughly 50-55k pounds.Every year’s committee's job is to organize and find companies to sponsor MayDay.I am ambitious in what I do and a good communicator that makes people & companies see why I am doing what I do with such passion and drive! I am still discovering what I really want to do in the future but know what I’m capable of doing. Being a part of EFS will help me draw my own path whilst taking on important responsibilities that perfectly match my strengths.Given my relevant past experiences, I believe I would thrive in this position. Thank you!