
Hi, I'm Aadhya Adusumilli, a senior at Del Norte High School with a passion for AI, data science, finance, economics, and fintech.
Intro
Hi, I'm Aadhya. I'm drawn to the place where data meets real decisions: how the numbers behind a healthcare claim, a budget, or a market shape what happens to actual people.
I've explored that through UC San Diego's Advanced Research Experience at the San Diego Supercomputer Center, where I analyzed data and presented my findings in a research poster, and through healthcare finance work where I saw how accurate documentation affects reimbursement. I placed 6th worldwide at the Future Problem Solving Program International Conference and have competed at DECA's State Conference three times.
I also love building things with other people. I founded the San Diego chapter of MadHatter Knits and now serve as its California President, leading outreach and partnerships with companies and hospitals. I've been a youth voice in UC San Diego's community health programs, led L.I.F.E. Advisory for five years, and co-led a district Equity Summit for over 200 students. When I'm not working on a project, you'll probably find me on the badminton court.
What I bring
Leadership
I lead by building things and bringing people with me. I founded the San Diego chapter of MadHatter Knits and now serve as its California President, managed club finances as Treasurer, co-led a district Equity Summit as Vice President, and spent five years as an advisory leader planning peer outreach on mental health. Across each role, I focus on clear planning, strong partnerships, and follow through.
A voice for equity
I use my voice to make sure young people are heard and that equity is part of the conversation. As a youth representative at UC San Diego and co-leader of my district's Equity Summit for more than 200 students, I've worked to bring student perspectives into the rooms where programs and decisions take shape.
Commitment to volunteering
Service is how I put my skills to work for others. Through MadHatter Knits, I've led workshops at schools, libraries, and senior centers that helped contribute more than 3,000 beanies for babies in need, and I've supported community health outreach and mentoring across San Diego.