Office of Student Life

Buckeye Leadership Fellows Program

Nithika Badam

Professional Experience: Senior Marketing Analyst at Cardinal Health

Location: Chicago, IL

Hometown: Gahanna, OH

Major(s): Marketing, Logistics

Minor(s): Environment, Economy, Development and Sustainability

OSU InvolvementCurrent: Fisher Ink, Inaayat, Net Impact, Consumer Packaged Goods Industry Immersion Cohort, and Office of Career Management-Peer Career Coach; Previously: Residence Halls Advisory Council - National Communication Director, Office Assistant for Taylor Tower, Taylor Tower Hall Council, and the Business Honors Learning Community 

Favorite Quote: “We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced.” ~ Malala Yousafzai


Nithika will graduate Ohio State with dual specializations in business administration, and is currently exploring how marketing and sustainability can integrate to create positive change within businesses and their surrounding communities. In her free time, Nithika enjoys exploring Columbus, adding plants to her succulent family, and tasting new flavors at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams. She's also interested in watching interesting TED Talks, reading thrillers/mystery books, and listening to intriguing podcasts. She loves meeting new people, so feel free to reach out to grab coffee sometime!