Hey everyone! My name is Ayushi Sahu, and I am excited to be your next VP of Marketing for Overground. I am a junior at SLU studying Biology on the Pre-Medical path, and this is my second year in Overground. I wholeheartedly believe in the transformative power of education and the profound impact we have on these students' lives, inspiring confidence and happiness. Tutoring over the past year has been rewarding for both the students and me. Seeing their confidence grow reminds of my own journey, making it a full circle moment that motivates me to provide continuous support to our students. And don’t worry, all snacks are on me! After all, nothing says "I love tutoring" like a well-timed cookie break!

Hi! My name is Emlyn George and I’m truly honored to be stepping into the role of AVP of Marketing and Recruitment this year. I’m eager to learn and contribute alongside my fellow executive board members as we work to grow our impact. I am currently a Junior majoring in Biochemistry and Psychology. I believe Overground Railroad’s mission to support students from underprivileged neighborhoods is crucial and I’m committed to making sure that mission is upheld!

Hi everyone! My name is Saanvi Burle, and I’m excited to be Overground’s VP of Operations for the 2025-2026 year! I’m a sophomore majoring in Medical Sciences with a double minor in Biology and Health Care Ethics, and this is my second year with Overground. I’ve been involved with tutoring for several years, and it’s definitely one of my biggest passions. I love fostering connections with students and watching them grow, and Overground has allowed me to continue pursue this. I’m very excited to serve as the VP of Operations, and I hope that I can inspire both tutors and students to work towards a successful year!

Hi everyone! My name is Lydia Mulugeta and I am very excited to serve as the VP of Advocacy for Overground this year. I am a Senior studying Neuroscience and this is my third year with this organization. I have appreciated engaging in meaningful conversation surrounding the organization's mission and continuing to serve the children that lie at the center of it. Overground has helped me build a greater connection to the St. Louis community and taught me how to be an advocate for supportive, equitable education. I look forward to utilizing our collective creativity to support projects that create a long-lasting impact within our city.

Hello! I’m George Mikhail and I will be the Volunteer Coordinator for Overground this year. After serving as the Site Coordinator for Sumner High School and Washington Montessori Elementary School, as well as tutoring with Overground over the past two years, I am excited to join the Executive Board and help support all of our schools. My favorite part of Overground has been seeing the students’ excitement when tutors arrive. It’s a clear sign we’re building connections and making a real difference as they grow eager to learn. I’m looking forward to helping oversee volunteering with all six of our schools this year and continuing to foster that love of learning. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

Hello everyone! My name is Richa Kulkarni, and I am a Senior majoring in Health Sciences with a double minor in Biology and Psychology. I am very excited to take on a leadership role during my second year with this wonderful organization. I have been involved with tutoring since high school, and I am very excited to continue that journey with Overground Railroad here at SLU. I have loved getting to know the students, which has helped me better understand the St. Louis community despite being a local. One of my favorite parts of Overground during my first year was learning about its history and focusing on understanding the social justice issues that have led to an unequal education system in the U.S., which I am really looking forward to sharing with you all in my capacity as Reflection Coordinator! I look forward to seeing you all at our regular Reflection Meetings!

Hey guys, my name is Rohith Bandi, and I am very excited to be the VP of Standards this year for Overground. I am a sophomore at SLU studying Neuroscience with a minor in Heath Management on the Pre-Medical path. I started tutoring at the beginning of last year, so this will be my second year working with Oveground. As someone from Saint Louis, I love helping out in the community, and I am grateful for this opportunity to improve Overground. Through my position of VP of Standards, I plan on implementing an effective tutoring workshop to support our tutors in the best way possible while also encouraging a tight-knit community. I look forward to meeting everyone!

Hey everyone! My name is Ameya Padakanti and I’ll be serving as VP of Special Projects of Overground Railroad for the 25-26 academic year. Right now, I’m a Senior, studying Public Health on the Pre-med track. This will be my third year in Overground and I just love this organization’s values, namely clogging the school-to-prison pipeline, reflection, service, and accompaniment. While in Overground, I hope to transform and serve the community that surrounds us one step at a time. Please reach out if you have any questions!

Hello! My name is Akash Anbu and I am excited to serve as the AVP of Special Projects this year. I am a current Junior studying Biochemistry on the Pre-Medical path. I began tutoring with Overground as soon as I got to SLU and it has been an amazing experience since. To me, Overground is more than just a tutoring organization; it’s a pathway to improving individuals in character and development to be better leaders in our community. When I’m not dreaming up our next big project, I am actively engaging the relationships between tutors, the community, and students to improve at what we do best! 

Hi everyone! My name is Arya Shah, and I’m excited to serve as your VP of Finance for Overground this year. I’m a junior at SLU majoring in Public Health with a minor in Biology on the Pre-Med track, and this is my third year with the organization. Overground has given me the opportunity to not only support students’ academic growth, but also to learn from the incredible diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives they bring. I have truly loved working with students from different walks of life; it has been a powerful reminder of how education can transform futures and bridge communities. Every tutoring session is both a chance to teach and a chance to learn—about resilience, curiosity, and the shared human experiences that connect us all. I’m excited to continue working towards our mission, fostering an environment where every student feels empowered to succeed, and ensuring our resources are used to make the greatest impact!

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