🏆 Monthly Contest: 🌈 Rainbow Shine in every color. Express who you are. Celebrate your confidence, your identity, your power. ✨❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤 🗳️ Voting: June 11, 12 AM to June 18, 11 PM (ET) 💸 $11,000 in Prizes: 🏆 $4500 🥈 $3000 🥉 $2000 🌟 $1500 Your moment to shine starts here 🌈✨manyvids.com/contests/5943/R… #WeAreProud #PrideMonth #HBI

Our next student feature shines on Taiwo Goodness UKWEDJE, a 300-level student of the Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering, Epe, and a recent winner of the ₦50 Million Student Venture Capital Grant. #WeAreProud Popularly know as Dymsy, Taiwo is someone deeply driven by curiosity, self-development. His passion for entrepreneurship and innovation was born from his ability to identify problems and create solutions from scratch. He is the founder of a digital rental accommodation brand (D-Rentals). A verified housing platform designed to eliminate accommodation fraud targeting students. Taiwo’s journey into tech and innovation began early in his academic career. In 200-level, he participated in the Nexus Hackathon, where his team emerged 3rd in an Engineering Design Sprint. This experience marked the beginning of his coding and product development journey, which he further strengthened by venturing into Data Analysis. Furthermore, his commitment towards growth yielded tangible achievements, as in 200 level, Taiwo secured a ₦500,000 grant after presenting his product at UNILAG. Beyond achievements, Taiwo’s journey has been one of personal transformation. He admits that stepping out of his comfort zone — especially in speaking, teamwork, and collaboration — played a major role in his growth. He was also a participant in the Duke of Edinburgh Award, where he earned Bronze in (SSCE), Silver in 100 level, and Gold award in 200-level, reflecting his dedication to long-term personal development and discipline. Looking ahead, Taiwo has clear goals. He aims to scale his products, build digital infrastructure that improves student life, and expand solutions around rental accommodation and student marketplaces. He has also set an ambitious financial goal of reaching ₦100 Million, before the year ends. However, beyond financial success, he emphasizes impact. He is inspired by mentors like Rocky Fela, and Tunde Onakoya and believes in building with structure, discipline, and long-term vision. His advice to students is simple: identify problems, take action, and don’t be afraid to start from nothing. ✍️: Nimah Kareem Editor, LASU Life.

On the last Friday of term, our Year 10 Prefects were out delivering Bronze, Silver and Gold badges to celebrate students reaching their Pledge Point milestones. #WeAreMontsaye #WeAreProud

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#ATS2026 #BestFaculty #BestFellows #Trainees #Mentorship #Networking #YalePCCSM #WeAreProud #MakingMemories #Gratitude @Yalepccsmfellow

🤩🤩Another #YaleGreatTalk by @KaminskiMed lab superstar Dr. Abu Hussein 🤩🤩 #WeAreProud #ATS2026 #YalePCCSM #KaminskiLab 👇👏👏👇

@KaminskiMed lab member Dr. Munoz presenting his work on microplastics in the 🫁 #WeAreProud #KaminskiLab #Research #ATS2026 #YalePCCSM 👇

👏Way to go Mel!!!! 👏@KaminskiMed lab member takes her turn at the 🎤 for today's #PosterDiscussion at #ATS2026. @Farida_Ahangari #WeAreProud #PostBac #KaminskiLab 🫁🧫🔬

This week's Proud Table saw many students showing off their work from Geography, History and Ethics and Philosophy during the Humanities takeover. Which subject will be next? #WeAreProud #WeAreMontsaye

✈️Off to REGIONALS IN FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS!! Southern Utah University sophomore Javelin thrower Jaylee Gandert!!… She won the WAC Conference #ItsJustTheBeginning #WeAreProud ♥️💯!! #NMSuncats #WeLoveOurJaylee @#NoExcuses

Well done @Yalepccsmfellow #beatfellow Dr. Labar 👏🏼🤩 #ATS2026 #YalePCCSM #WeAreProud #mentorship @LDavisMD

🤩 our #BestFellows are on 🔥🔥at #ATS2026!!! Another #YaleGreatTalk by #YalePCCSM 3rd year fellow Dr. Peterson. @Yalepccsmfellow #WeAreProud #PosterDiscussion #PatientCare #Research

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @Yalepccsmfellow @caroymalo #ATS2026 #YalePCCSM #WeAreProud

Strong 💪 mentorship is top priority @Yalepccsmfellow. #YalePCCSM's 3rd year #BestFellow Dr. Komolafe had the support of all her mentors this morning at session C30. #ATS2026 #mentorship #Support #PosterDiscussion #WeAreProud

#YalePCCSM 3rd year #bestfellows Dr. Bischin leading great discussions at her RAPiD Poster session 👇 #ATS2026 @Yalepccsmfellow @caroymalo #WeAreProud

Way to go Sydney🥳👏🏼Congratulations on a job well done at your first #posterdiscussion at #ATS2026 👏🏼👩🏻‍🔬 #trainee #postgard #YalePCCSM #WeAreProud

Farouk Olaoluwa Aminu, is a student of Political Science Education in the Faculty of Education, Lagos State University. #WeAreProud He is widely recognized on campus as the President of the Rotaract Club of LASU, a graphic designer, public speaker, and service-driven changemaker committed to youth development and impactful leadership. His journey is marked by notable achievements, including being a Millennium Fellow, winner of the 2025 RAC LASU Speech Contest, and holding several key leadership positions across student bodies. Beyond titles, Farouk considers his greatest wins to be the projects he has built, initiatives that have positively impacted students and the wider community. Over the years, he has served in various leadership roles, including President of the Rotaract Club of LASU, International Service Director, and a member of both faculty and parliamentary student councils. Through these positions, he has pioneered impactful initiatives such as Fit4Impact, a youth wellness program, and AWAKE, a project encouraging creativity for social change, alongside several outreach and student development programs. Farouk attributes his success to consistency, self-improvement, and a commitment to service. Despite facing challenges like balancing academics with leadership and navigating personal loss, he remained focused on making meaningful impact drawing motivation from the lives he inspires and the change he helps create. Looking ahead, he aspires to become a leader who influences both policy and people, working at the intersection of education, governance, and youth development to build more inclusive and sustainable systems. He credits his growth to mentorship, strong communities like Rotaract, public speaking platforms, and supportive friendships that have shaped his journey. His advice: “Influence is most powerful when it is rooted in service, empathy, and purpose. Be intentional about the value you bring into every space, and always strive to make meaningful impact.” ✍️: Lawal Shukroh Editor, LASU Life.

Seeing so many wonderful #mentor and #mentee moments today has brought #YalePCCSM so much joy and pride 💙🤍💙Congratulations to @CDelaCruzMed and @AshleyLosierMD on receiving their ATS Assembly awards this evening!!!! #bestfaculty #ATS2026 #mentorandmentee #weareproud