Studied at New York’s Columbia University where he studied everything from BR Ambedkar to Barack Obama; That too with a Fulbright Fellowship. It is in this thrill that Malvika Menon has started her Master’s studies in International Affairs. Though its roots are in Kozhikode Kallai, Malavika grew up in Singapore. His parents are Praveena Odungat, an officer in a private company, and Suresh Menon, a journalist. Malavika says that even though she is a foreign Malayali, she has now become a perfect ‘international student’. In addition to the US, classmates from various countries such as Mexico, Qatar, China, Indonesia, and Japan. People from different fields like Civil Service, Law, Engineering etc.
@ Singapore
He completed his 12th standard from Bengaluru Christ Junior College. He then graduated with a degree in Political Science and Public Policy from the Singapore Management University. Graduated with journalism scholarship from Singapore Press Holdings. He then became a social affairs reporter at Singapore Press Holdings. At that time, the view that the future work should be in the social service sector was also formed. The encouragement of grandfather Aravindakshan and grandmother Shantakumari instilled confidence in Kallai Krishna of Kozhikode.
@ Columbia
Conditions in New York are different from those in Singapore. Columbia University is located in the Manhattan area. On the first days, the seniors came and were shown around the campus. Library, coffee shop and other facilities and services. Living with other university students in nearby residential apartments also helped to avoid the strangeness of the campus.
The future…
The future goal is to work for the welfare of divorced mothers in Asian countries. During my career as a journalist, I have come across the life challenges of many such people. He also said this in the interview for the Fulbright Fellowship. After studying, he should cooperate with voluntary organizations in this field in Asia. It is also desired to form such an organization in the future. One of the 3 Fulbright recipients from Singapore this year, Malvika clearly charts the way forward.
Content Summary : Malavikamenon bagged a Fulbright scholarship at Columbia University