Kennedy is currently a junior pursuing a degree in international studies at HLS along with a minor in public & environmental affairs through School of Public & Environmental Affairs. Next spring, she will be studying abroad in Freiburg, Germany where she will be discussing EU politics, partake in a model EU, and travel to other countries to evaluate different governments. Outside of HLS, she is involved in a newly created program called NextGen Leadership Program, where she engages in discussions and workshops on how to be a great leader in public service. She also devotes much time to the official dance team of IU, the Redsteppers.