Episode 035: Augusta Uwamanzu-Nna - Destined For Greatness

In this episode, It’s my honor to be joined by one of the most incredible young women I’ve ever had the pleasure of speaking with. Augusta Uwamanzu-Nna is the Chief of Staff of the Black Women in Science and Engineering. At the age of 13, Augusta began experimenting with cement samples in the basement of her Elmont, New York home only to discover that she had a prodigious gift for science and engineering.

Augusta’s journey has taken her from that basement to the halls of Harvard University where she graduated cum laude with a degree in bioengineering AND biomedical engineering. With plans to attend medical school for a dual Ph.D./MD, Augusta is passionate about advocating for educational and networking opportunities for black women and minorities in STEM fields. When not meeting with Michelle or Barack Obama to discuss her research, she is working with BWISE to find ways to level the playing fields in both education, medicine, and innovation.

Topics Include:

• STEM Education for Minorities
• Black Women in Science and Engineering
• The Future of Biomedical Entrepreneurship
• Minority Leadership and Support Systems

Follow Augusta

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/augusta-uwamanzu-nna

BWISE Website: http://www.bwiseusa.org/

Follow Monique:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquemills/

Website: https://unpolishedmba.com/

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