Apuroopa Kavikondala

Apuroopa Kavikondala is a Computer Science and Psychology student at Purdue University with a deep passion for mental health advocacy. She has published five books on mental health, with a sixth forthcoming this September, and also writes about the topic through her Substack publication. This year, she had the honor of serving as Vice President of Purdue’s Mental Health Action Week and will serve as President for the next two years. Driven by a commitment to making a meaningful impact, Apuroopa hopes to continue creating positive change in whatever path she pursues. Outside of her professional and academic work, she loves to dance, watch the sunset, spend time with friends, and blast music on long drives.