SNHU GEM Breaks Down Barriers to Education at RewirED 2021
Students from sites in Africa and the Middle East participated in the education summit to discuss how SNHU GEM is breaking down barriers and the transformative power of education.
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Celebrating SNHU GEM’s 2020 and 2021 Rwanda Graduates
“We are going to do our best to positively impact society. We shall not make our skills inactive; rather we should strive to make a change in the community.” –Graduate representative, Benitha Umurungi
SNHU GEM Participates in the 36 Million Solutions Forum to Leverage the Power of Refugees
The first of its kind convening of Africa’s leaders looks to harness the untapped potential of the 36 million displaced persons across Africa Africa hosts the largest number of displaced persons worldwide: 36 million. The 36 Million Solutions Forum is a first of its kind convening of Africa’s business and industry leaders, philanthropists, refugee change-makers,
Reflections on transforming higher education from the Global Education Forum
Former SNHU GEM Academic Coach Chance Bisimwa shares his experiences attending the recent Global Education Forum
SNHU GEM alum’s TakenoLab Technology School grows and gains recognition
Remy Gakwaya provides coding and entrepreneurial skills to members of his community in the Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi.
SNHU GEM’s Internship Program: For Employers Looking to Transform Lives
SNHU GEM interns bring diverse ideas and perspectives to their employers, while students gain hands-on experience for their future careers.
Emmanuel’s Story: Online learning, remote internships and employment create hope and new pathways
SNHU GEM student turned employee leveraged his internship into gainful employment, and is paving the way for other refugees to transform their lives through education and remote work.
“Do not give up regardless of whatever difficulties you pass through.”
GEM Lebanon student Aya shares her experiences learning during the country’s ongoing financial crisis.
“Frustration and fear are what we are feeling.”
GEM Lebanon student Hiyam discusses what it’s like to live and learn during the country’s economic and political crisis.
Lessons Learned: How COVID-19 Has Impacted GEM Students
SNHU’s Data Insight team’s research across GEM sites helps understand the impact of the pandemic on students