Euy Sun Hwang

Euy Sun is pursuing a Master's degree in International Policy, with a specific focus on Cyber Policy and Security. Her academic pursuits align with her profound interest in international security, multilateral cooperation, and policy planning—a passion she cultivated during her career as a diplomat for the Republic of Korea.

Euy Sun's journey in international relations began when she successfully passed the diplomatic service examination and joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Over the years, she has taken on various roles, including serving as a pol-mil analyst in ROK-U.S. Security Cooperation Division II. During her tenure, she assumed responsibilities for critical initiatives, such as deputy secretary of the ROK SOFA secretariat overseeing the SOFA Joint Committee and its sub-committees, which addressed key areas such as the environment, labor, law enforcement, and ROK-U.S. Defense Acquisition cooperation. Furthermore, Euy Sun played an instrumental role in fostering multilateral cooperation, particularly within the context of ROK-Japan-China Trilateral cooperation, where she orchestrated the Trilateral Summit in 2019 as a deputy director.

Euy Sun brings a solid academic foundation to her current endeavors, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature and Economics from Seoul National University, Korea. Her enthusiasm for her studies lies in the opportunity to engage with emerging security issues, such as those related to the digital technology regulation, AI governance, and cybersecurity at Stanford. She eagerly anticipates immersing herself in the vibrant academic atmosphere of the graduate school, which will empower her to delve deeper into these critical topics.Driven by an unwavering passion for diplomacy and a fervent desire to explore innovative opportunities, she firmly believes that Stanford's renowned legacy as the birthplace of world-changing innovations will provide her with ample opportunities to excel and broaden her horizons.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Euy Sun finds joy in outdoor activities such as hiking and golfing. Euy Sun is also an avid enthusiast of creative storytelling. She finds immense pleasure in immersing herself in the world of novels, where she explores diverse narratives and characters that ignite her imagination. Euy Sun also enjoys the captivating world of computer games, particularly those with intricate and imaginative storylines.