While seeking avenues to fulfill her aspirations, Goodwin pursued a master’s degree and found herself working on Capitol Hill. Driven by her passion for justice, she went on to establish the Community Justice Action Fund (CJAF), a program dedicated to addressing gun violence within communities of color.
becoming its first Black valedictorian since the school’s establishment in 1913. This significant milestone marks a turning point in the school’s legacy.
The Lake Charles native and Navy veteran tells WDSU getting matched to Indiana University’s Triple Board was the result of 16 years of hard work and dedication for himself and his family. As a security guard at Baton Rouge Medical in 2010, Ledet asked a doctor there if he could shadow him in the operating room. The doctor obliged and Ledet spent several months following the physician around the hospital – thus began the start of his journey in medicine.
WDSU first covered Ledet in 2019Â as he pursued his medical career at Tulane while also working on an MBA. Before his move to New Orleans, Dr. Ledet received his Ph.D. in Molecular Oncology from New York University. While at Tulane, he began working on a strong message to the public about the need for more Black doctors.
Derrick’s journey as a student is marked by groundbreaking achievements. In 2018, he made history as a first-generation college student when he graduated as valedictorian from Morehouse College, an accomplishment that further highlights his exceptional academic capabilities.
At an age when many are still exploring their paths, Adeayo Olubunmi Sotayo, a brilliant young Nigerian, achieved a remarkable milestone by earning his PhD in Engineering at just 23 years old. On December 19, 2017, Dr. Sotayo was conferred with his doctorate from Lancaster University, one of the United Kingdom’s top institutions, celebrated as…
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Ifesinachi Nelson Ezeh, a 26-year-old Nigerian, has not only dazzled Russia with his brilliance but has also made history, graduating with a Master’s degree in Agronomy from Saint Petersburg State Agrarian University with a record-breaking Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 5.0 – the highest ever recorded in Russia. Born in Nsukka, Enugu State, Ifesinachi’s…
Simone Biles is not only the most decorated gymnast in history, but also a role model for millions of people around the world. She has overcome adversity, challenges and obstacles to achieve her dreams and inspire others to do the same. Here is her story and why she should be celebrated. Simone Biles was born…
Shonda and Shalisha Witherspoon are not only identical twins, but also outstanding engineers and software developers who have achieved remarkable success in their academic and professional careers. They graduated from Florida International University (FIU) in 2016 with bachelor’s degrees in information technology, having the highest GPAs of 3.95 in the College of Engineering and Computing…
Dr. Oluwo Adedunmola is a remarkable young woman who achieved four successful businesses while studying medicine in Europe. Many young Nigerians look up to her as a role model because she has overcome challenges to reach her goals. Dr. Oluwo was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, and attended the prestigious Queen’s College there. She…
