Notable and famous alumni

A legacy of recognized success, a record of transformative achievement

ASU has inspired a half-million master learners, alumni who thrive in nearly every country in the world. ASU graduates have generated headlines and helped solve society’s great challenges, in disciplines from the sciences to the arts, from sustainability to entrepreneurship and every category in between.

The alumni list is populated by international government leaders; U.S. governors, congressmen and senators; founders of companies; military-service pioneers; researchers in medicine, technology and sustainability; groundbreaking entrepreneurs, pioneering educators; entertainers and more. 

Jeri Williams

Jeri Williams

Principal at Impresa Strategy

former Police Chief, Phoenix Police Department (first female chief)
appointed to Medal of Valor Review Board by President Obama
BA, fine arts, 1998

Ryan Wood

Ryan Wood

Businessman, cowboy

co-founder, Under Armour performance apparel
founder, Sweetwood Cattle Co.
selected by NFL Dallas Cowboys as fullback in 1996 player draft
BA, history, 1996

Margaret H. Woodward

Margaret H. Woodward

Decorated Air Force major general

recipient of 14 military awards and decorations
first woman to oversee U.S. combat air campaign
BS, aerospace engineering, 1982

Peterson Zah

Peterson Zah

First Navajo Nation president, last Navajo Tribal Council chairman

established Navajo Nation Permanent Trust Fund
honorary degrees: ASU, Colorado College, College of Santa Fe
BAE, industrial education, 1963