Dr Krithi Ravi awarded Kennedy Scholarship for postgraduate study at Harvard
Dr Krithi Ravi (Clinical Medicine, 2016) has been named as a Kennedy Scholar for the 2021-22 academic year, receiving a scholarship to attend Harvard University for postgraduate study.
Krithi is an academic junior doctor working in the NHS who is interested in the mechanisms of the transgenerational transfer of health disparities during pregnancy and early childhood.
The Kennedy Scholarship will enable her to undertake a Master’s in Public Health at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, which she hopes will help her integrate advocacy and research to meaningfully address health disparities.
Krithi said: ‘The disruptive conversations I had with members of the Green Templeton community from all over the world led me to critically reflect on the artificial boundaries between global and local health equity.
‘I am very grateful for the support of the college and Dr Laurence Leaver, with my academic and extracurricular endeavours, including my decision to apply for a Kennedy Scholarship.’
During her time at Oxford, Krithi was involved in multiple projects and groups including the Oxford Global Health Group, Oxford Global Surgery Group and Oxford Refugee Health Initiative.
The Kennedy Scholarship is an academic award that can be used to fund a wide variety of study at either Harvard or MIT. Scholars are encouraged to use this opportunity to deepen their expertise in their field, explore diversity in the field, and branch out into new fields as well.
It’s not just an academic prize: it is hoped the scholarships will strengthen trans-Atlantic relations and recipients are encouraged to fully embrace living in the United States and try their hand at range of different things such as learning a new language or trying a new sport.
There are eight Kennedy Scholars for 2021-22, chosen following a competitive UK-wide selection process.
The Kennedy Scholarships were established as part of the UK’s national memorial to US President John F. Kennedy following his assassination in 1963. They provide a ‘living memory’ to President Kennedy, investing in future generations and advancing ideas that were closely associated with him: intellectual endeavour, leadership and public service.
Congratulations to everyone who`s graduated on Saturday 23 May.
Echoing what alumna Catherine Heffernan (DPhil Sociology, 1998) said in her speech, we hope you enjoyed every second of your graduation.
👏You have earned your degree - a major milestone in your life.👏
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Congratulations to everyone who`s graduated on Saturday 23 May.
Echoing what alumna Catherine Heffernan (DPhil Sociology, 1998) said in her address, we hope you`ve enjoyed every second of your graduation day.
You have earned your degree - a major milestone in your lives.
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An evening of reconnection, inspiration and community ✨
On Thursday 21 May, alumni returned to college to meet the students shaping Green Templeton today. Hosted in the Tower of the Winds, the evening brought together alumni across generations and disciplines for conversations, shared experiences and new connection 🤝
We are delighted to announce Green Templeton’s Community & Giving Week, taking place from 20–26 June 2026🥳
Throughout the week, we’ll be raising funds for student support while celebrating our wonderful community. There will be opportunities to volunteer you time to help our students, take part in college competitions and unlock additional funds through community challenges.
Early giving is now open, and thanks to a group of generous supporters, we have £20,000 to match donations ahead of 20 June.
Explore our Giving Week platform and make an early gift - link in bio!
📷 The Green Templeton College Photography Competition 2026 is now open!
This year’s theme is ‘The student experience’ — and we’re looking for striking, imaginative photographs that explore this and what it means to you!
🟢 Open to: students, alumni, fellows, common room members, associate members and staff
💷 Prize: £200
📅 Deadline: Monday 1 June 2026 at 13:00
Submit up to three photos to: communications@gtc.ox.ac.uk, including when and where they were taken. We can’t wait to see your work!
