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PSY Student Spotlight with Aanika Sanghvi

February 24, 2025 - Shelly DeJong

Aanika_Sanghvi_1011-1.jpgMeet Aanika Sanghvi, a senior psychology major with a minor in Leadership Organizations. Aanika is also a member of the Women’s Leadership Institute (WLI), a program at Michigan State University that is designed to support and empower students with leadership aspirations.  

 

Why are you a psychology major? 

I chose psychology because I have always been passionate about helping people. By studying psychology, I can use this passion to understand why people do things the way they do. Specifically, being from Tanzania, I would like to research more culturally specific preventions and treatment that are not solely Western-based practices.  

  

Why did you want to join WLI?  

I wanted to join the WLI to be surrounded by other leaders who are and will be doing inspiring things. The executive board inspires me as they are so helpful, knowledgeable, and overall girl bosses who have achieved so much and continue to do so. They put so much back into seeing other women succeed which is so amazing.  

 

Can you talk about your experience with the WLI so far? 

The WLI has been the perfect experience, no matter what the occasion, from workshops, and coffee hours to our capstone events I have always learned so much and always leave grateful to be part of this organization. All of the girls are always so helpful and it's so cool to see how much they have done already as undergraduates.  

  

What have you enjoyed the most so far? 

Meeting high-achieving women at MSU that are doing great things for their future. Learning new things at every single event that we have.  

 

What are your goals for the future? 

My goals for the future include getting my master's degree and PhD in Child Clinical Psychology and then eventually moving back to Tanzania to practice. 

 

The WLI is a collaborative effort between Michigan State University, alumni, professionals, and current students. MSU programs and activities are not restricted based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin or other protected personal identity. This program is open to students without restriction or preference based on protected personal identity. The WLI welcomes full participation of all interested students regardless of sex. Learn more about the institute, view application materials, and take advantage of their resources.