In July 2022, five sisters from the same parents made headlines when they graduated from the Nigerian Law School together. They are the daughters of Dr Tor Uja, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission, and his wife Berry, who have been married for 35 years. The sisters, who are all lawyers now,…
In the realm of academic brilliance, where dedication and tenacity meet, Chibueze Elisha King, a Nigerian engineering prodigy, etched his name in history as the Best Graduating Student in the Spring 2016 Graduation Ceremony at the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) in Northern Cyprus, Europe. His stellar achievement resonates not only as a personal triumph but…
Nii Ofori-Quaye, a Ghanaian student studying at the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Moscow, Russia, has made history by becoming the first non-European to win the first place in the 71st edition of the Science and Innovation Awards. The contest, which was held on April 20, 2023, featured more than 100 projects…
Khadijah Williams is a remarkable woman who overcame homelessness, poverty and abuse to achieve her dream of studying at Harvard University. Her story is one of resilience, determination and courage in the face of adversity. Khadijah was born in Los Angeles, California, to a mother who struggled with drug addiction and mental illness. She became…
Deprice and Shaprice Hunt are not your ordinary high school seniors. The twins from Chicago have been accepted into a combined 56 colleges and have earned nearly $1.6 million in scholarships. Their remarkable achievements have made them an inspiration for many young people, especially in their community. The Hunt twins have always been passionate about…
Tiffany Davis is not just an aerospace engineer, she is also a rocket scientist, a mentor, a speaker, and an inspiration for many young girls who aspire to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Her graduation photos from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2016 went viral with the hashtag #YesIAmARocketScientist, showcasing her…
In a world where stories of triumph over adversity are often overshadowed, Melonie Wright’s journey shines as a beacon of hope, resilience, and determination. From being labeled a ‘special needs’ student in her early education to overcoming homelessness and an abusive relationship, Melonie’s inspiring story is a testament to the power of faith and the…
Osh Agabi, a Nigerian scientist and entrepreneur, envisions a groundbreaking future for computing: the development of chips fueled by living neurons. His business, Koniku, asserts to be the first and only manufacturer of these chips, which have potential uses in robotics, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and security. When Agabi was employed in Switzerland as a robotics…
In 2010, a remarkable feat was achieved by four siblings from Danbury, Connecticut. Kenny, Martina, Ray and Carol Crouch became the first set of quadruplets ever accepted to Yale University, one of the most prestigious and selective institutions in the world. The Crouch quads, as they are affectionately known, were born on January 8, 1992,…
Brittney Exline is not your average 19-year-old. She is the youngest African-American engineer in the United States, and the youngest engineer to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania, one of the Ivy League schools. She is also fluent in five languages, versed in psychology, math and classical studies, and a former pageant winner and dancer….
