Aravind Boddupalli is a Research Associate, Research Analyst, and Research Assistant at the Urban Institute since July 2017, with a robust foundation in research and community engagement. Prior experience includes serving as an At-Large Representative and Student Senator for the Minnesota Student Association, focusing on academic affairs, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability. Aravind also held the position of Community Advisor, promoting student safety and well-being, and Assistant Program Leader for the Learning Abroad Center, managing operations and educational initiatives for international programs. Research contributions at the Minnesota Population Center and internships at the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota and Center for Equity Studies further highlight Aravind's commitment to social equity and community support. Aravind earned a Bachelor of Arts summa cum laude in Economics and Political Science from the University of Minnesota.