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Anushka is an MA candidate in International Security at Korbel, and she recently graduated from Purdue University, where she studied Political Science with a concentration in International Relations, along with minors in Sociology and Communication. During her time at Purdue, she interned at the Institute of Global Security and Defense Innovation, an interdisciplinary startup dedicated to promoting research and development in defense technology and capability in the United States.
In addition to her coursework and relevant experience, Anushka cites her international upbringing as an instrumental force in driving her to the field of international security. Growing up as an Indian national and an expatriate and as a Third Culture Kid in Dhahran, a multicultural city in Saudi Arabia, Anushka was exposed to an arena of international affairs.
She lived in Saudi Arabia during key events in history, such as the Arab Spring, the war in Syria, the rise of extremist groups, and the ongoing conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen. This experience allowed her to have a new vantage point to understand international conflict, and inspired her to learn more about geopolitical challenges that arise from economic turmoil, political destabilization, and extremist ideologies.
Anushka is also passionate about writing and has published articles on college and international newspapers, as well as on various blogs. In her free time, she enjoys playing the piano, photography, learning languages, and prioritizing health and fitness.
