TEST Leadership
Amber Phillips
HackOHI/O Lead
Amber is a third year CSE major from Springboro, OH. She is specializing in software engineering with a business minor. In her free time she likes to play the ukulele and attend workout classes. Other than OHI/O, she is also an active member of SWE.
Shritan Gunday
HackOHI/O Lead
Shritan is a second-year Computer Science and Engineering student from Dublin, OH. His interests include technology, finance, entrepreneurship, and philosophy. Besides being involved in OHI/O, Shritan loves to learn new things, read interesting novels, and involve himself with his community.
Avery Doctor
High School I/O and Mentorship Lead
Avery is a third-year Computer Science and Engineering Major from Youngstown, OH. She plans on specializing in artificial intelligence with a minor in Robotic and Autonomous Systems and Chinese. Outside of OHI/O she is involved with the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers and volunteers with Remote Area Medical.
Adit Anup
ShowOHI/O Lead
Adit is a third-year Computer Science and Economics student from Columbus, OH. His interests include humanitarian engineering, entrepreneurship, and UI/UX design. Outside of class and OHI/O, he is involved with research at Ohio State’s ixLab and has completed internships with multiple Fortune 500 companies. In his free time, you can find Adit playing the trumpet and cheering for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Jessie Kong
Sponsorship Lead
Jessie is a third-year CSE major specializing in AI from Mason, Ohio. In addition to OHI/O, she is involved with Code 4 Community and ACM-W. Some of her favorite things to do during the school year include trying new coffee shops, attending late-night zumba and dance classes, and practicing piano in her free time.
Victor Chen
Webteam Lead
Victor (BS ’24) is a CSE major with a Mathematics minor from Dublin, OH. His interests include theory and applications of programming languages, software tools, and artificial intelligence. He is returning to OSU to pursue a PhD in Computer Science.
Dominic Blackston
Registration Lead
Dominic is a third-year Data Analytics major from Lancaster, OH. He is specializing in Computational Analytics. Some involvements he has outside of OHI/O include being President of 8-Bit Buckeyes and a member of BDAA.
Yifei Zhuang
Sustainability Lead
Dominic is a third-year Data Analytics major from Lancaster, OH. He is specializing in Computational Analytics. Some involvements he has outside of OHI/O include being President of 8-Bit Buckeyes and a member of BDAA.
Prapul Arumilli
E-Council Rep
Prapul is a second-year majoring in Computer Science and Engineering with a minor in Statistics. He is specializing in Computer Systems. In his free time he is either pumping his wallet at the poker table or pumping his muscles at the gym.
Cal King
OHI/O Program Director
Cal (BA, BS) comes from a background of Community Building, Marketing, and MAKE-ing in her previous role as Chief of Staff at the Idea Foundry. She serves on the Big Local Arts committee at the Columbus Arts Festival and the Franklinton Arts District Board. Her drive is to make space for inclusive tech programs that empower individuals to impact their community and make positive change in the world.
Leadership
OHI/O student leaders are the driving force behind some of the university’s most impactful and inclusive tech initiatives. From organizing large-scale hackathons and leading technical workshops to mentoring peers and engaging with local communities, these students foster collaboration, innovation, and accessibility in computing. Their dedication not only empowers fellow Buckeyes to explore technology but also extends to outreach efforts that inspire and educate future generations across Ohio and beyond.
OHI/O Scholarships
Celebrating Student Excellence: The OHI/O Annual Leadership Award
Every year, the OHI/O program at The Ohio State University recognizes exceptional student leaders with the prestigious OHI/O Leadership Award. This honor, accompanied by a $1,000 scholarship, highlights individuals whose contributions go far beyond academic achievement. It celebrates those who embody the spirit of collaboration, innovation, and service within the vibrant OHI/O community. The OHI/O Leadership Award is more than a financial accolade. It is a testament to a student’s impact on their peers, their community, and the broader mission of the College of Engineering and The Ohio State University. These student leaders serve as role models who inspire others to engage, create, and lead.
Qualities of an OHI/O Student Leader
Recipients of the OHI/O Leadership Award are distinguished by a unique set of qualities that define their leadership style and contribution:
- Initiative and Drive: Awardees proactively identify challenges and opportunities within their teams and work tirelessly to implement solutions that benefit all stakeholders.
- Collaboration and Team Support: Leadership at OHI/O is synonymous with teamwork. Students selected for the award are those who actively support, mentor, and uplift their teammates, fostering an inclusive and productive environment.
- Commitment to Innovation: Whether organizing a hackathon, mentoring peers in technical workshops, or pioneering new outreach initiatives, recipients consistently push the boundaries of what is possible through creativity and innovation.
- Service to the Community: These leaders understand the importance of giving back. Through volunteer work, peer mentoring, or outreach to K-12 students, they extend the mission of OHI/O beyond the university campus.
- Dedication to the OHI/O Mission: The award celebrates those who live and breathe the values of OHI/O, promoting interdisciplinary learning, technological exploration, and inclusive participation in computing and engineering fields.
A Legacy of Leadership
Past recipients of the OHI/O Leadership Award have gone on to excel in careers across technology, academia, and nonprofit sectors. Many continue to mentor current students, serve as judges in hackathons, or return as guest speakers to share their journeys. Their influence doesn’t end with graduation—it echoes through every line of code, every idea pitched, and every student inspired.
To support this Scholarship connect with program director Cal King. King.3028@osu.edu
Avery Doctor
E-Council Representative
Avery is a third-year Computer Science and Engineering Major from Youngstown, OH. She plans on specializing in artificial intelligence with a minor in Robotic and Autonomous Systems and Chinese. Outside of OHI/O she is involved with the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers and volunteers with Remote Area Medical.
Victor Chen
Senior Advisor
Victor (BS ’24) is a CSE major with a Mathematics minor from Dublin, OH. His interests include theory and applications of programming languages, software tools, and artificial intelligence. He is returning to OSU to pursue a PhD in Computer Science.
Prapul Arumilli
MakeOHI/O Lead
Prapul is a second-year majoring in Computer Science and Engineering with a minor in Statistics. He is specializing in Computer Systems. In his free time he is either pumping his wallet at the poker table or pumping his muscles at the gym.
Cal King
OHI/O Program Director
Cal (BA, BS) comes from a background of Community Building, Marketing, and MAKE-ing in her previous role as Chief of Staff at the Idea Foundry. She serves on the Big Local Arts committee at the Columbus Arts Festival and the Franklinton Arts District Board. Her drive is to make space for inclusive tech programs that empower individuals to impact their community and make positive change in the world.
Will Frautschy
Tech Lead
Will is a second-year CSE Major from Dover, OH. He plans on specializing in computer assurance with a minor in Mathematics. In his free time he is either working on his next project or is staying active.