Meet Justin Nijoka, Stamps Scholar
Name: Justin Nijoka
Hometown: Baton Rouge, La.
Major: Chemical Engineering
Graduation Year: 2022
Why did you choose to attend LSU?
I chose to attend LSU largely because of the opportunities available to me not only
in my studies, but in extracurricular activities. There is a club or organization
for everyone. Also, the Stamps Scholarship is an amazing and humbling opportunity
that is impossible to pass up.
What extracurricular programs are you involved in?
I am a member of the Freshman Leadership Council, and I am involved in research in
the Department of Chemical Engineering under Dr. Christopher Arges, focused on the
upgrading of alkanes and testing conductivity.
What is your proudest accomplishment at LSU?
My proudest accomplishment so far at LSU is being selected to join the Freshman Leadership
Council. Throughout the remainder of my time at LSU, I hope to be able to become more
involved in Student Government, as well as take advantage of study abroad opportunities
and research.
What does receiving the Stamps Scholarship mean to you and your family?
Receiving the Stamps Scholarship is a dream come true. It is a blessing to be able
to focus on my education and diverse experiences without the financial burden. My
family and I are beyond thankful for this outstanding opportunity.
How do you intend to use your Stamps Scholar enrichment funds?
I plan on using a portion of my Stamps Scholar enrichment funds to study abroad with
the Ogden Honors College in Oxford this summer. The best way to learn about a culture
and to fully appreciate it is to be immersed in that culture. Traveling to Oxford
and studying British literature is impossible to pass up.
What are your future career aspirations?
In my future, I plan on going into industry or continuing my education for a master’s
and Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering. Also, I hope to see more fuel- and
cost-efficient ways for chemical plants to produce products with less pollution to
the surroundings. I plan on continuing to participate in research to find a way to
make my goal a reality.
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Originally posted by the LSU Foundation at https://www.lsufoundation.org/s/1585/17/interior.aspx?sid=1585&gid=1&pgid=3418.