JSES Student Council: Empowering Voices for Sustainability
The JSES Student Council serves as the representative body for students of the Jindal School of Environment & Sustainability (JSES) at O.P. Jindal Global University, championing their academic, professional, and personal growth. Elected democratically by their peers, council members act as a bridge between students, faculty, and administration, ensuring that student voices shape the school’s policies and initiatives. With a focus on excellence, the council organizes events, workshops, and interdisciplinary collaborations that reflect JSES’s mission to tackle environmental challenges through innovative education and research.
From facilitating sustainability-focused dialogues to supporting student-led projects, the JSES Student Council plays a key role in building a vibrant, engaged community. Its efforts empower students to lead with purpose, addressing pressing issues like climate resilience and environmental justice. By fostering a culture of collaboration and advocacy, the council strengthens JSES’s commitment to preparing future leaders who can drive sustainable change on a global scale.
The Final Stand: A Student-Led Initiative for Climate Action
The Final Stand (TFS) is a pioneering law and policy initiative driven by students of O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) to address climate change through education, advocacy, and legislative innovation. Recognized as one of JGU’s most accomplished and active societies, TFS consistently leads efforts to raise climate awareness and inspire meaningful change within and beyond the university community. Comprising a dedicated team of passionate members, TFS organizes a diverse range of events, including impactful collaborations with the Jindal School of Environment & Sustainability, thought-provoking seminars on environmental challenges, and community-driven initiatives like clean-up drives and sustainability campaigns.
Through creative platforms such as its Prakriti blog and ThinkOcean projects, TFS fosters dialogue on critical climate issues, while its hands-on efforts—such as promoting small, sustainable actions—engage the JGU community in tangible ways. Beyond raising awareness, TFS drives policy reform by drafting legislative proposals, like a Climate Change Bill for public discussion, and spearheading innovative projects such as green voting. Guided by expert faculty and distinguished mentors, TFS stands as a beacon of student-led action, blending legal insight with environmental commitment to shape a sustainable future.
Gaia Society: Nurturing Environmental Stewardship
The Gaia Society is a vibrant, student-led environmental collective under the Jindal School of Environment & Sustainability (JSES) at O.P. Jindal Global University. Rooted in a mission to connect students with the natural world, Gaia promotes ecological stewardship through education, action, and advocacy. The society inspires the JGU community to embrace sustainable living by organizing tree-planting drives, sustainability workshops, and awareness campaigns that highlight the importance of environmental responsibility.
As a hub for collaboration, Gaia empowers students to explore and address local and global environmental challenges through research and innovative projects. From tackling biodiversity preservation to advancing campus sustainability, the society’s efforts align with JGU’s broader commitment to a greener future. Gaia’s dynamic initiatives not only educate but also mobilize students to become active participants in creating a more sustainable world, making it a vital force in fostering eco-conscious leadership and collective action.