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Class of 2025
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Samuel Buraimoh
Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Food Science Year: 2024 Country: Nigeria Meet Samuel Osaretin Buraimoh, a brilliant Food Scientist driven by an unwavering passion for ensuring the quality of food products. With a First Class Honors degree in Food Science and Technology from the Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria, Samuel’s academic…
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Samuel Adetsi
Faculty: Science Program: Data Science Year: 2024 Country: Ghana My name is Samuel Adetsi, and I hold a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from the University of Cape Coast in Ghana, graduating in 2021. I have over two years of experience as a software engineer and have always had a strong affinity for problem solving.…
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Elshaday Tamire Yoseph
Faculty: Science Program: Master of Data Science Year: 2024 Country: Ethiopia Elshaday is a software engineer and software project manager known for his passion for tackling new challenges. Raised in Bekoji, Ethiopia, a town renowned for producing world-famous Ethiopian athletes, he embodies a winning mentality and a strong work ethic. He holds a Bachelor of…
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Idris Ayab
Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of International Forestry Year: 2024 Country: Nigeria Idris Yusuf Ayab is a determined and optimistic First-Class graduate in Forestry and Environment from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Passionate about combating climate change and biodiversity loss, he has volunteered with NGOs like the Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) and the Climate Action Group…
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Forgive Agbesi
Faculty: Science Program: Master of Data Science Year: 2024 Country: Ghana Meet Forgive Agbesi, a dedicated and passionate data scientist with a love for technology and education. Known for her diligence, industry, and instructional expertise, Forgive is driven by a desire to harness technology to empower the next generation. She received her information technology degree…
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Chrispus Ongom
Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of International Forestry Year: 2024 Country: Uganda Chrispus Ongom, a passionate Ugandan forester, is deeply dedicated to nature conservation and the fight against climate change. He graduated with a first-class degree in Forestry, specializing in Natural Forest Management and Biodiversity Conservation, from Makerere University in Uganda. Chrispus has demonstrated leadership and…
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Chukwunonso Ebele-Muolokwu
Faculty: Science Program: Master of Data Science Year: 2024 Country: Nigeria Hailing from a low-income family, Nonso realized early on that education was a powerful tool he had to fulfill his lifelong dreams of becoming a global change agent. He graduated from the University of Nigeria Nsukka, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical…
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Yasmin Hassan
Faculty: Science Program: Master of Data Science Year: 2024 Country: Uganda Yasmin Hassan, a passionate and resilient individual from Soroti, Uganda, has overcome significant challenges to pursue her dreams. Growing up in the “Wachotara” culture, where girl child education is often not prioritized, Yasmin witnessed young girls, including some of her sisters, getting married at…
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Brian Lisaka
Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of International Forestry Year: 2024 Country: Kenya I am a self-driven, compassionate, and adaptable individual with a strong affinity towards environmental sustainability, natural resources management, and social development. I grew up in a rural village in the western region of Kenya – the food basket of the country. Over time, I…
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Beatrice Somuah
Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of Geomatics for Environmental Management Year: 2024 Country: Ghana As a passionate and versatile individual, I have always strived for excellence in every endeavor I pursue. My love for the environment and sustainable development has been a driving force in my academic and professional journey. During my undergraduate studies in Geography…
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Abdulwasiu Ghazali
Faculty: Land and Food Systems Program: Master of Food and Resource Economics Year: 2024 Country: Nigeria My name is Abdulwasiu Alabi Ghazali, a Nigerian Agricultural and Resource Economics graduate from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). My achievement during high school and undergraduate studies demonstrates my motivation for academic excellence. I completed high school…
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Edwin Aluku
Faculty: Forestry Program: Master of International Forestry Year: 2024 Country: Ghana Edwin is a young mentor to many students and believes that one should pride in helping others. He has succeeded through many obstacles growing up in a rural community (Chuchuliga) due to his determination. He wants his life to be an inspiration to the…