Nepal StudentAssociation

Drexel University · Philadelphia

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Who We Are

A home away from the Himalayas.

The Nepal Student Association at Drexel University is a student-run community for Nepali and Nepali-American students — and for anyone who loves Nepali culture, food, and friendship.

We celebrate our rich heritage through festivals, music, cuisine, and conversation while supporting each other through the journey of university life in Philadelphia.

150+
Members
10+
Events / Year
5+
Years Active

Leadership

Meet Our E-board

Our student leaders help run events, outreach, and community programs. Get to know the team below.

President
Aarav Shrestha
President
Vice President
Maya Koirala
Vice President
Treasurer
Rabin Thapa
Treasurer
Events Chair
Sita Gurung
Events Chair

What's On

Upcoming Events

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🪔May 25, 2026

Nepali New Year Celebration

Ring in 2083 B.S. with folk dances, authentic dal bhat, and an evening of joyful togetherness.

📍 Creese Student Center, Drexel 🕔 5:00 PM — 9:00 PM 🎟 Free for members
🏔June 7, 2026

Himalayan Hike & Picnic

A casual day at Wissahickon Valley Park. Share home-cooked food, play games, and enjoy the outdoors.

📍 Wissahickon Valley Park 🕙 10:00 AM — 3:00 PM 🎟 Open to all
🍛June 20, 2026

Grand Momo Night

Our beloved annual momo-making competition. Steam, fry, or pan-fry — judged by the only panel that matters.

📍 DAC Common Room 🕕 6:00 PM — 10:00 PM 🎟 $5 donation encouraged

Our Traditions

The richness we carry.

From the high Himalayas to the Terai plains, Nepal's culture is as diverse as its geography — and we bring all of it to Drexel.

🎭

Dashain & Tihar

Our grandest festivals, celebrated with music, dance, tika, and sweets that fill every room with warmth.

🍜

Dal Bhat & Momo

The soul of Nepali cuisine — sharing food is sharing love, done generously at every gathering.

🎵

Lok Dohori

Folk music in call-and-response, keeping alive the poetic traditions of our grandparents.

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Himalayan Pride

Home of Everest, Lumbini, and thousands of years of civilization — a story we carry with pride.

🤝

Sathsangat

Community and companionship — we look out for every student arriving far from home.

जहाँ जाऊँ पनि नेपाली।

"Wherever we go, we remain Nepali."

— A saying carried by every diaspora heart

Be Part of It

Find your family at Drexel.

Membership is free and open to all. Sign up for our mailing list to stay connected with events, announcements, and community updates.