Aastha Patel

Aastha is a senior at Arizona State University, pursuing a major in Economics with a pre-law focus. She has previously interned at the Maricopa County Superior Court, where she supported the Commissioner and judicial staff on various court-related functions.

On campus, she serves as a research fellow at the Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict, reflecting her interest in the intersection of religion and politics, and is a member of the Student Economics Association. Aastha is particularly drawn to this role as it offers an opportunity to deepen her understanding of foreign relations and apply this knowledge within the City of Phoenix. In her free time, she enjoys practicing calligraphy, watching Bollywood movies, and spending time with her friends.