Varshini Odayar
About Varshini Odayar
Varshini Odayar serves as the President of Harvard Twn and is a Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellow at The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. She has a diverse background in research, emergency medical services, and leadership roles across various educational and healthcare institutions.
Current Role at The Women's Network
Varshini Odayar serves as the President at Harvard Twn within The Women's Network. She has held this position since 2021 and continues to contribute to the organization's mission of empowering women and promoting gender equity. Her leadership role involves overseeing initiatives and programs that support women in various fields.
Education and Academic Background
Varshini Odayar has an extensive educational background. She studied at Harvard University from 2019 to 2023, where she engaged in various academic pursuits. She also attended The Seven Hills School from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she has completed several certificates, including Women in Engineering at Purdue University and the University of Akron, and a certificate in Medical Science & Leadership from Washington University in St. Louis.
Professional Experience
Varshini Odayar has accumulated diverse professional experience in various roles. She has worked as an Emergency Medical Technician Basic at Harvard CrimsonEMS since 2020. Prior to that, she held internships and positions at notable institutions, including Harvard University, Cleveland Clinic, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Her roles have ranged from research assistant to health policy researcher.
Achievements and Initiatives
Varshini Odayar has been recognized as one of ten Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellows from the Harvard Class of 2023. She conducts independent research under this fellowship and participates in regional conferences to present her findings. Additionally, she is the co-founder of Health RIGHTers and created Sparking Lives, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization aimed at providing support to orphans and needy children globally.
Community Involvement and Leadership
Varshini Odayar has demonstrated a commitment to community service and leadership throughout her career. She has served as a communications lead for the Service to Society Council at Harvard University and has been involved with MiRcore 501(3)(c) as the Online Outreach Vice-Chair. Her initiatives focus on education and outreach, particularly in the fields of health and engineering.