Beyond Harvard Podcast

Beyond Harvard

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A podcast sharing the stories of students at Harvard University - uncovering who they are here and beyond.

2d ago · Video

South Africa to Harvard College as an International Student | Joshua Andrews

In Episode 12 we meet Joshua Andrews, a first-year student at Harvard College studying Applied Mathematics. Born and raised in Pretoria, South Africa, Joshua shares what it was like applying to Harvard as an international student and reflects on his first year navigating life, academics, and community in the United States. In this episode, we discuss: • Joshua's journey from South Africa to Harvard College • Why a liberal arts education was the right fit for him • Applying to Harvard as an international student • Lessons from his first year at Harvard • Advice for students hoping to study abroad Support the show
Jul 6 · Video

Air Force Academy, Miss America, and Harvard University | Madison Marsh

In Episode 11, we meet Madison Marsh: a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Miss America 2024, and a Master of Public Policy candidate at Harvard Kennedy School. Madison shares her journey from military service to the Miss America stage and reflects on how losing her mother to pancreatic cancer inspired her to found the Whitney Marsh Foundation - an organization dedicated to supporting pancreatic cancer patients and advancing research. Throughout her journey, Madison has broken barriers and redefined what it means to be a woman in STEM, service, and on stage. Support the show
Jun 15 · Video

From Yale to Harvard Medical School as an International Student | Alex Dong

In Episode 10, we meet Alex Dong, an MD/MBA Candidate at Harvard Medical School (HMS) and Harvard Business School (HBS). Originally from Canada, Alex attended a high school with few resources to support students applying to universities in the United States. Alex shares his journey from his hometown to Yale College and now Harvard University. He discusses his upbringing, liberal arts education, work in science journalism, and vision for a career that combines healthcare and business. From charting his own course to making the most of opportunities along the way, Alex reflects on the lessons that shaped his path. Support the show
Jun 3 · Video

Goldman Sachs to Harvard as a Queer Black Woman | Chandra Sahu

In Episode 9, we meet Chandra Sahu, an MBA Candidate at Harvard Business School (HBS). From growing up in Michigan to launching her career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs, Chandra shares all that she's learned along the way - opening up about her identity as a queer Black woman navigating corporate America and business school. Beyond Harvard is a platform sharing the stories of students at Harvard University - uncovering who they are at Harvard and beyond. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondharvard/ Connect with Chandra: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csahu1/?isSelfProfile=false Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chansahu/ Credits: Host: Rashana Weerasinghe Guest: Chandra Sahu Videographer / Editor: Yaoming Duan Location: Harvard Spangler Center 00:00-2:00 Intro 2:00-5:16 Growing up in Michigan 5:16-7:35 Journey to College 7:35-8:02 Choice of UMichigan 8:03-11:04 Starting at Goldman Sachs 11:04-14:17 Reflections from Goldman Sachs 14:17-19:37 Leaving Goldman Sachs 19:37-22:14 Joining a Startup 22:14-24:57 Moving into Product Management 24:57-32:18 MBA Journey 32:18-37:35 Experience at Harvard Business School 37:35-40:40 Post-MBA 40:41-45:13 Rapid Fire with Rashana * Disclaimer: Beyond Harvard is an independent platform. All views are our own. #podcast #harvard #harvardbusinessschool #mbajourney #mba #queer #blackwoman #goldmansachs #harvard #beyondharvard #students #studentlife #interview #career Support the show
Apr 26 · Video

Leadership from Amazon to Harvard Business School | Abhi Gunasekar

In Episode 8, we meet Abhi Gunasekar, an MS/MBA Candidate at Harvard Business School (HBS) and School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS). Abhi shares his journey studying computer science at Purdue University, to working as a Software Engineer at Amazon, and now pursuing a dual degree graduate program at Harvard University. Support the show
Apr 23 · Video

Building the World's First Water Bottle with Utensils | Steffek Rainey

In Episode 7, we meet Steffek Rainey, a Master’s Candidate in Design Engineering (MDE) at the Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD) and School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS). Steffek shares his journey into design, his decision to pursue the MDE program, and what he’s building with Evera Bottle to address the plastic pollution crisis. Support the show
Mar 26 · Video

Jeopardy! Champion to Congress Campaign Trail | Tyler Vandenberg

In Episode 6, we meet Tyler Vandenberg, a Master of Public Policy Candidate at the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS). Prior to grad school, Tyler was in the U.S. Marine Corps for seven years, and is a 2x Jeopardy Champion. Now, as he wraps up his final year at HKS, Tyler is campaigning for Congressman in California's Sixth District. Tyler shares his journey pursuing a career rooted in service, impact, and leadership. Support the show
Mar 23 · Video

From Kerala to Harvard Kennedy School | Nidhi Nair

In Episode 5, we meet Nidhi Nair, a Master of Public Policy candidate at the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) and Schwarzman Scholar with a background in Economics and Statistics. Nidhi shares her journey from growing up in Kerala to navigating global education opportunities, reflecting on the moments that shaped her path and how she learned to seize opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Beyond Harvard is a platform that highlights the stories of the Harvard University community, uncovering who they are at Harvard and beyond. Support the show
Mar 23 · Video

Decisions to Harvard Graduate School of Design | Wyatt Roy

In Episode 4, we meet Wyatt Roy, a Master’s Candidate in Design Studies at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Wyatt studied Psychology at Stanford University, and has a background working with emerging technologies as a Narrative Technologist. In this conversation, Wyatt shares ideas, lessons, and frameworks, he's picked up through design. Beyond Harvard is a platform that highlights the stories of the Harvard University community, uncovering who they are at Harvard and beyond. Support the show
Feb 24 · Video

Sri Lankan-Japanese Fashion Model at Harvard | Minori Ito

In Episode 3, we meet Minori Ito, a Master’s Candidate in Human Development and Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Minori shares how navigating multiple cultures and working as a fashion model have influenced her sense of self, and how these experiences continue to shape her commitment to education. Beyond Harvard is a platform that highlights the voices, stories, and ideas of the Harvard University community, identifying who they are at Harvard and beyond. Support the show
Feb 24 · Video

Zambia to Harvard Graduate School of Education | Nand Javia

In Episode 2, we meet Nand Javia, a Master’s Candidate in Education Leadership at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In our conversation, we discussed Nand's journey to Harvard and his experience as an entrepreneur in Education. Beyond Harvard is a platform that highlights the voices, stories, and ideas of the Harvard University community, identifying who they are at Harvard and Beyond. Support the show
Feb 23 · Video

Building a Nonprofit in Ghana | Salomey Ampadu

Beyond Harvard is a platform that highlights the voices, stories, and ideas of the Harvard University community, identifying who they are at Harvard and Beyond. In Episode 1, we meet Salomey Ampadu, a Master’s Candidate in Education Leadership at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Tune in to learn about her background, journey to Harvard, and her non-profit built to improve outcomes for children in Ghana. Support the show

12 Episodes

A podcast sharing the stories of students at Harvard University - uncovering who they are here and beyond.

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Beyond Harvard
Years Active

2026
Episodes

12
Rating

Clean
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