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Eshi Omogbai, Shad2026 Entrance Scholarship for Black Students

Tell us a little about yourself.  

I am a grade 10 student who enjoys learning and asking questions. Exploring new ideas and challenging myself to learn beyond what is taught in school excites me the most. in my free time, I enjoy researching many topic that interest me (Ex: Philosophy)

Why are you excited to participate in Shad? What are you most looking forward to?

I am excited to participate in Shad because it offers a variety of opportunities to learn from experts and collaborate with motivated students from across Canada. I am looking forward to working on innovative projects and developing my leadership skills as I believe Shad will push me to grow personally and academically.

What sparks your curiosity or interest in STEAM and/or entrepreneurship?

What sparks my curiosity in STEAM is the ability to solve meaningful problems and improve people’s lives. I enjoy learning how scientific discoveries and creative thinking can be combined to create solutions in the world. Entrepreneurship interests me because it shapes ideas into reality and encourages innovation and resilience.

How do you envision your future?

I envision a future where youth continue to learn, explore ideas and make a positive impact on society. I hope to be part of a generation that uses innovation, creativity, and collaboration to solve important global challenges. As I grow, I want to continuously develop my knowledge and skills while being open to new perspectives.