In the vibrant city of San Antonio, United States, a trailblazing young woman named Makayla Marie has become a symbol of academic excellence and determination. At the remarkable age of 22, Makayla has not only earned her fourth degree but has also etched her name among the youngest individuals in the country to attain such…
Nasara James Dabo, a 13-year-old mathematical genius hailing from Kaduna, Nigeria, has taken the academic world by storm, showcasing exceptional intelligence, memory skills, and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. Her journey is marked by outstanding achievements, including a MENSA IQ score of 150, a LIMCA Award for Memory Mastery, and a full scholarship for her…
Carey D. Waddell is a remarkable example of dedication, perseverance and excellence in the fire service. He has not only served his community for 30 years as a firefighter, but also pursued higher education and earned a PhD from a prestigious university. Waddell’s career in the fire service began in 1991, when he joined the…
If you think graduating from high school is hard, imagine doing it when you are only nine years old. That’s what David Balogun, a boy from Pennsylvania, did this year. He is one of the youngest people in the U.S. to earn a high school diploma, and he has already started taking college courses online….
Aylah Birks, an 18-year-old high school senior from Twiggs County, has recently made history by winning the prestigious Gates Scholarship, becoming the first female and African-American student in her district to achieve this remarkable feat. Her journey is nothing short of extraordinary, marked by academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to community service. Academic Achievements…
In a heartwarming testament to familial commitment and perseverance, Carolyn Patton, 63, and her son, Immanuel Patton, 23, have achieved an extraordinary milestone by graduating together from the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC). Their joint accomplishment, almost two decades in the making, fulfills a pledge made when Immanuel was just five years old. Fulfilling…
Elijah Muhammad Jr. is not your average 12-year-old. He is a high school senior, a state champion wrestler, a coding enthusiast, and a college freshman majoring in cybersecurity. He is also making history as the youngest Black college student in the state of Oklahoma, according to several news sources . Elijah is currently enrolled in…
In a remarkable display of resilience and unwavering commitment to education, Dr. Johnnie W. Jones, an 83-year-old war veteran and grandfather, has recently achieved the extraordinary feat of earning a Ph.D. in Human Ecology from Louisiana State University (LSU). Born and raised in Picayune, Mississippi, in 1935, Dr. Jones embarked on a 65-year educational journey,…
Kiko Davis is a woman of many talents and achievements. She is the trustee of the Donald Davis Living Trust, the majority stockholder of First Independence Bank, the 10th largest African-American owned bank in the U.S., and the founder and president of the Don Davis Legacy Foundation. She is also the managing director of Groovesville…
In a remarkable feat of skill and determination, 11-year-old Dominic Darby, a bright student hailing from St. Catherine, Jamaica, has emerged victorious in the prestigious XPRIZE Connect Code Games competition. Facing stiff competition from over 3,000 participants worldwide, Darby’s innovative video game secured him a place among the 17 winners of this global challenge. Sponsored…
