Elsie Effah Kaufmann

Elsie Effah Kaufmann in 2021

Elsie A. B. Effah Kaufmann FGA, FBSE, FGhIE, PE (born 7 September 1969) is a Ghanaian academic, academic administrator, biomedical engineer and current host of the National Science and Maths Quiz.

Quotes

• Life is full of highs and lows; it’s a normal part of being alive.
  • Her reply when asked to point out as the most challenging experience along her journey

• STEM is an excellent foundation. Don’t focus so much on the details at the beginning, rather about the skills you are acquiring in the process; logical thinking, critical thinking, analytical skills.
  • Her advice for a young girl starting her journey in STEM
• "I Don’t Say No To Help ".[1]
• “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail”. [2]
• "Ghanaians need to ditch mediocrity. I have observed that people take on responsibilities, looking for recognition, glory and remuneration, but never think about the work or the meaning of the commitment they have made"[3]
• "In order to get to the point where you can actually contribute meaningfully to decision-making, you should have invested in yourself."[4]

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