Beyond Grants: What African Entrepreneurs Can Learn from OpenAI’s Non-Profit Success
For a long time, I have been met with skepticism and criticism for building a non-profit. In the world of business, especially as a woman founder, running a non-profit is often equated with being “less of an entrepreneur,” as if only for-profit ventures validate business acumen. This semester, however, a business communications course provided an unexpected source of reaffirmation—our class project focused on OpenAI.
From Food Blogger to Agricultural Producer: Full-Circle
If you have been following this blog for a little longer than 5 years, then you know that I was once a travel and food blogger. When I started exploring agriculture at Michigan State University, I thought of it as a natural extension of my work with Kwathu Farms—an opportunity to learn about modern farming techniques and contribute to food security in Africa. But it wasn’t until a conversation with my classmate Ramy that I fully realized the deeper connection between my past and present.
Driving by Greenhouses: Exploring Agriculture at Michigan State University
For me, Broad wasn’t just a casual decision; it was a deliberate step toward understanding how we can innovate in farming, particularly in Africa. Among the many reasons I chose MSU, one of the most visually striking and intellectually compelling was its greenhouses—a symbol of advanced agricultural research and innovation.
Rethinking Education Systems: Power of Teamwork and Capstone Projects in Degree Programs
As I sit here reflecting on the past two months, I can’t help but marvel at how quickly time is flying. It feels like just yesterday that we started, yet we’ve already wrapped up key courses—including today’s final presentations for our ‘Designing and Delivering Impactful Business Presentations’ course.
