Wisdom Akanwe

101 E Brooklyn Street, Gambier OH 43022 ยท akanwe1@kenyon.edu

My name is Wisdom Akanwe. I am a student at Kenyon College majoring in Mathematics & Statistics with a minor in Computational Science. I have a passion for data analysis and programming.


Work Experience

Summer Intern and Junior Manager

PowerCom Africa

Collaborated with the engineering team to develop smart electronic meters in Accra. Assisted in testing 50 prototypes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory. Conducted 30+ maintenance checks and firmware updates to ensure optimal functionality.

June 2021-August 2021

Welfare Intern

International Model United Nations

Innovated publicity strategies to enhance the organization's IoT presence. Collaborated with social media managers to increase marketing and social media reach. Led platform discussion of over 120 youth across the world on global financial literacy.

January 2023-July 2023

Engineering Lead

Ashesi Innovation Experience

Collaborated with a diverse team to design and prototype a heat sensor using Arduino. The sensor aimed at detecting potential overflows in filling petroleum vessels to prevent hazardous situations and improve safety in the oil and gas industry. Won the 1st runner up innovative design.

July 2019-August 2019

Researcher

Navrongo Health Research Centre

Analyzed data from 10 medical records and 5 years of power-cuts history. Identified a correlation power cut linked to a 23% increase in maternal mortality and a 17% increase in infant mortality. Presented findings in reports to support data-driven decisions in healthcare and energy management.

September 2021-December 2021

Mentor/ SAT Tutor

Young Achievers Foundation

Developed customized study plans and strategies for over 30 students, tailored to their unique learning styles, strengths, and areas of improvement. Facilitated students in mastering critical academic concepts and test-taking techniques, resulting in an impressive average score improvement of 50 points in their aptitude tests.

November 2022 - February 2023

Education

Kenyon College

Bachelor of Science
Mathematics and Statistics - Computer Science Concentration

GPA: 4.00

August 2023 - May 2027

Notre Dame Seminary Senior High School

General Science

GPA:4.00

September 2017 - September 2020

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
Professional Associations

Interests

Studying is a passion, you can catch me scrolling online for new fun tricks on computer programmings, or playing Video games

I love watching History Documentaries as well


Awards

Programming Language Proficiency
Python Advanced
Ruby Beginner
C++ Intermediate
C High Proficiency
HTML Fairly Proficient

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