Nicolle Charuma is a young woman who has achieved a remarkable feat in the field of computer science and mathematics. She recently graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in South Africa with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, with majors in Computational, Applied, and Pure Mathematics. She also received three certificates…
Umeh Kamsiyochukwu is a 16-year-old Nigerian girl who has made history by scoring 360 out of 400 in the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the highest mark ever recorded in the exam. She also won a ₦2.5 million scholarship from the Anambra State Government to study Chemical Engineering at the University of Lagos. Umeh,…
Akayla Brown is not your average 18-year-old. She is a senior at Bodine High School in Philadelphia, a founder of a nonprofit organization, and a recipient of the prestigious Gates Scholarship from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, full scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors. It…
Mya and Madison Glover are not just twin sisters, they are also academic stars. The 18-year-old sisters from Toledo, Ohio, graduated as the valedictorian and salutatorian of their class at Toledo Early College High School, a prestigious program that allows students to earn college credits while in high school. Mya, who earned the highest GPA…
At just 23 years old, Denise Nana Konadu Derkyi has achieved a remarkable feat by establishing her own company, Forever Sole Mates. Armed with a degree in Business Administration from Ashesi University and valuable work experience at PwC Ghana during her National Service, Denise possesses the necessary expertise and qualifications to venture into entrepreneurship. In…
In a groundbreaking achievement, Aminat Yusuf Imoitesemeh has etched her name in the annals of Lagos State University’s (LASU) history as the best graduating student of the 2021/2022 academic session, earning a perfect Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 5.00. The Vice-Chancellor of LASU, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, proudly announced Aminat’s unparalleled academic feat at a…
Yvonne Spann Sowers and Eyamba Sowers Scott’s accomplishments serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of lifelong learning and the determination to pursue one’s dreams, regardless of age or circumstances.
Alena Maze, a remarkable woman known for her roles as a devoted wife, mother of seven, and a prominent YouTuber, has recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone by earning a Ph.D. in Survey Methodology. Her remarkable accomplishment not only signifies personal triumph but also marks a historic moment as she becomes the first Black person in…
In the realm of academic perseverance and triumph, Olamide Oluwatade stands as a testament to resilience, determination, and the pursuit of excellence. Graduating with First-Class Honors in Mathematics from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, Olamide’s journey is marked by overcoming four admission rejections, personal loss, and financial challenges to emerge as the best student in…
In 2013, history was made at Spelman College as identical twins Kirstie Foley and Kristie Brawley, better known as the Bronner Twins, were named co-valedictorians, each achieving a remarkable 4.0 GPA. Their academic prowess marked a significant milestone, making them the first twins in Spelman’s 132-year history to earn the prestigious title of co-valedictorians. The…
