“As an academic intern with Elimisha Kakuma, I have been actively contributing in the improvement of refugee access to higher education in the camps in Kenya.”

Nyuon   

Home country: South Sudan (Resident in Kenya) 
University: Bucknell University, Class of 2027  
Major: Chemical Engineering  
Ashinaga Proposal Topic: Barriers to Refugees' Access to Higher Education and Ways to Improve Access

As an aspiring chemical engineer, I am actively pursuing internships across sub-Saharan Africa, with a particular focus on energy, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and production and manufacturing.


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Professional Interests:

◦ To leverage hands-on experience in process design and sustainable practices to drive innovation in South Sudan’s energy sector, fostering economic growth and environmental stewardship

Experiences:

◦ During the summer 2024, I worked as an academic intern with Elimisha Kakuma, an NGO that helps refugee students in Kakuma, Kenya apply to colleges in the US.

Skills:

◦ Process Design and Optimization
◦ Testing and Experimentation
◦ Project Development
◦ Effective Communication
◦ Problem-Solving, Leadership
◦ Presentation Skills