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From India to NYC: Avinash’s Journey Through Culture Shock, NYU Life & Building a New Identity
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From India to NYC: Avinash’s Journey Through Culture Shock, NYU Life & Building a New Identity

Welcome to the debut episode of Growth Garage! 🎉

In this episode, host Gopichand Busam (NYU MOT ’26) sits down with his classmate and friend Avinash Rayudu (NYU MOT ’26) to share his transformative journey from India to New York City. Avinash talks about the cultural shifts, adapting to life at NYU, and how he prepared for the Management of Technology (MOT) program.

From visa challenges and homesickness to thriving in NYU’s collaborative and competitive environment, Avinash opens up about the ups and downs of being an international student. Whether you’re considering studying abroad, planning to apply to NYU, or just curious about student life in the U.S., this episode offers actionable advice and relatable stories for anyone navigating big transitions.

🔹 What we cover in this episode:

  • Application strategies & visa processes

  • Culture shock & building a new community in NYC

  • Balancing Indian identity with global ambitions

  • Insights into NYU MOT coursework & networking

  • How design strategy plays a role in future-proofing careers

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