Samirah Gnangbe
PhD candidate in mechanical engineering and SGI Nichiren Buddhist practitioner originally from Côte d'Ivoire, who shares experiences of surviving civil war, academic achievement, and activism for sustainability and representation in STEM.
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Apr 3, 2026 • 1h 2min
For Anyone Who’s Ever Been Counted Out
Samirah Gnangbe, a PhD candidate in mechanical engineering from Côte d'Ivoire and SGI Nichiren Buddhist practitioner. She recounts surviving civil war and how chanting supported her through danger. She describes language and cultural hurdles after moving to the U.S. and the path from burnout to a mission: visible scholarship, sustainability research in plastic recycling, and inspiring underrepresented students.
