Deepa Khatri

Contact Information
781-736-3548
deepakhatri@brandeis.edu

Deepa Khatri serves as the Associate Director for Budget and Operations in the Department of Student Engagement at Brandeis University. In this role, she leads initiatives that enrich the student experience through community-building and leadership development, overseeing campus events, traditions, student organization advice, finance, and overall student engagement operations. Deepa also provides strategic guidance as the advisor to the Student Union Allocations Board and Student Union Treasury, managing the allocation and spending processes for over $2 million in Student Activity Fees. She ensures financial oversight across cost centers, budgeting, and the reconciliation of financial systems. Deepa also collaborates with students and staff to manage financial requests, including contracts, payroll, and procurement processes, while developing policies and training programs to educate student leaders on fiscal responsibility.

Deepa is a proud Brandeis alumna, having earned a dual degree from the Heller School (MA in International Development and MS in Global Health Policy and Management) in May 2021. With a decade of experience in Youth Engagment & Leadership Development, she has collaborated with young people worldwide, leveraging intercultural exchange, social leadership, and project management to help them become responsible global citizens. Deepa possesses a strong research background in quanitiative analysis and policy change alongside her expertise  in Strategy, Operations and Organizational Development. She  is deeply passionate about education, empowering students, and harnessing data, management, and technology to drive positive outcomes.