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First-Class UG Graduate Begins PhD Journey At Cornell University: “I’m Inspired”
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First-Class UG Graduate Begins PhD Journey At Cornell University: “I’m Inspired”

by  Magdalene Larnyoh 2 min read
  • A former student of the University of Ghana has started his doctorate at the prestigious Cornell University
  • Announcing this feat, K. Noah said he is pursuing a PhD in government, focusing on international relations
  • Despite coming from a disadvantaged background, he attributes his success to his faith in God and hard work

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A young Ghanaian graduate who recently earned a first-class degree from the University of Ghana has begun his journey towards obtaining a doctorate at an Ivy League institution.

He is studying government, focusing on international relations at the prestigious Cornell University.

First-class UG graduate gains scholarship to study at Cornell University
K. Noah describes his educational journey as one backed by his faith in God. Photo credit: @wumborbi
Source: Twitter

In a post on X, @wumborbi indicated that his academic journey officially began on August 26, 2024.

In his reflection in the post, he said that he hails from a humble village and could not have made it this far without God.

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He emphasised that despite growing up in a community without a "human system of advantage," he has learnt that the most significant advantage one can have is faith in God.

The young scholar hopes his story will inspire others who might feel alone in pursuing education or success.

“My story is to inspire whoever feels like he has no one to hold his hand,” he stated.

Netizens congratulate man attending Cornell

Several people on X who saw @wumborbi's post congratulated him and encouraged him to go higher. YEN.com.gh collated some reactions. Read them below:

@Pasky_wan said:

"boys no sharki menkoa me ti awu Oh awurade Aden??? 😭😔"

@chrisatadika wrote:

"Put Ghana on the map 👏🏾"

@MrDelle wrote:

"Congratulations brother… K. Noah"

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@HExcellency11 said:

"Congratulations @wumborbi. Be strengthened to excel as you take on this new chapter. 👌🤲🙏"

@AppiahFabien wrote:

"Bro I'm inspired ✨ 🙌 🙏 The very best of luck"

@Abu_Dhabi01 said:

"Congrats bro. From Commonwealth to the top 🇦🇱. All the best in your endeavours"

Young man helps Ghanaian students study abroad

In an earlier publication, YEN.com.gh reported that a Ghanaian man, Cosmos Obeng, has channelled his resources into assisting people who want scholarships to study abroad.

Cosmos works as a graduate teaching assistant at the University of Akron in the US. His help to students who want to study outside Ghana has yielded positive results, as more than 200 people from Ghana and other African countries have received scholarships to study in America and Europe.

Proofread by Edwina N.K Quarcoo, journalist and copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

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Magdalene Larnyoh (Human-Interest editor) Magdalene Larnyoh writes for the Human Interest Desk at YEN.com.gh. She has over ten years of experience in media and communications. She previously worked for Citi FM, Pulse Ghana, and Business Insider Africa. She obtained a BA in Social Sciences from the University of Cape Coast (UCC) in 2012. Reach out to her on magdalene.larnyoh@yen.com.gh

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