TEMPE, Ariz. (Diya TV) — Arizona State University (ASU) awarded degrees to 1,800 students from India this spring, marking one of the largest cohorts of Indian nationals in the university’s history. These graduates were part of ASU’s record-setting spring class of more than 21,000 students, which also included over 3,000 international graduates.
India continues to be the top country of origin for international students at ASU, with about 7,000 Indian students currently enrolled — the majority pursuing graduate degrees, according to the university’s Office of Media Relations.
Among this year’s standout graduates is Omkaar Shenoy, a computer science student from Kerala, who made a significant impact on campus through his programming work at ASU’s Office of Media Relations and Strategic Communications.
Shenoy helped streamline internal systems, improving overall operational efficiency. He graduated from the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering and will begin his career with Aramark, a national hospitality company, in Philadelphia.
“ASU was very helpful in terms of giving me the resources to find this job,” Shenoy said. “The university also gave me a great foundation in coding and a broader skill set in media and sciences, which allowed me to explore my creative side.”
Another notable graduate is Ana Girish, who earned her Bachelor of Science in aerospace engineering with a concentration in astronautics. She has accepted a full-time position as an associate product engineer at Solestial, an Arizona-based startup developing solar panels for space applications. Like Shenoy, Girish completed her studies at the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Graduates like Shenoy and Girish reflect ASU’s growing reputation for producing highly employable alumni. The university ranks second among public U.S. institutions for employable graduates and holds the No. 1 spot in innovation, according to U.S. News & World Report.
To honor the achievements of its diverse student body, ASU hosted an International Student Celebration on May 10, just days ahead of its formal commencement. The event recognized the contributions of global students, including the many who play active roles in enhancing campus life and safety.
President Michael Crow, who recently traveled to India and spoke at the ASU+GSV Emeritus Summit on the future of higher education, emphasized the university’s strong ties with India and its commitment to international students.
“ASU is a place that is deeply committed to the students who come here,” Crow said. “We are expecting more students from India than ever, and we are ready and excited to welcome students who are eager to learn and succeed.”
ASU’s educational offerings remain a key attraction for Indian students. With more than 400 graduate programs, flexible schedules, and stackable credentials, the university provides students with multiple pathways to master’s degrees. About 75% of Indian students currently at ASU are enrolled in graduate programs.
One such offering, the Master of Global Management from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, has earned the No. 1 global ranking for international trade by the QS International Trade Rankings, further boosting ASU’s appeal to students preparing for global careers.
The university also reports that international students are increasingly contributing to campus well-being. Many are actively engaged in ASU’s updated safety initiatives in collaboration with the university’s Police Department — a trend that reflects their strong investment in community life.
ASU now counts over 20,000 Indian nationals among its alumni, underscoring the university’s deep academic and cultural links with India and its ongoing role in shaping global talent.
