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Public health graduate student Enyonam Adjoa Neku.
125 Anniversary Celebration: Enyonam Adjoa Neku
April 28, 2025
Editor's Note: This is a series of stories about 91²Öæā students, alumni and community members, highlighting their experiences during our 125th anniversary celebration. We will feature 125 individuals from August 2024 to August 2025.
MACOMB, IL - - Current public health graduate student Enyonam Adjoa Neku sees 91²Öæā as more than just a schoolāitās a second home where she feels welcomed and inspired to grow and be ambitious.
ā91²Öæāis the kind of home that wraps you in a sense of belonging, challenges you to rise higher and always welcomes you back with open arms,ā Neku said. ā91²Öæāisnāt just a university for me; itās a place where I am being molded, shaped and ignited by experiences that will forever change me. Itās where Iāve learned to thrive, to stumble and to get back up stronger than before.ā
For Neku, being a Leatherneck is about resilience and determination in the pursuit of goals. It represents a commitment to strive for excellence despite challenging circumstances.
āA Leatherneck represents resilience, pride and determination,ā Neku said. āIt embodies the spirit of overcoming challenges and pushing forward. It reminds me of the strength needed to face obstacles, whether in sports, academics or life. A Leatherneck never gives up, honors tradition and strives for excellence no matter what.ā
Among her Leatherneck memories, Neku describes her first Rocky After Dark and the 2025 student leadership training as her favorite ones.
āThe Rocky After Dark gave me a fun, spirited introduction to campus life, while the student leadership training empowered me to develop skills and connect with high-profile speakers,ā Neku said. āIāve learned so much from them, gaining invaluable knowledge. Together, these experiences are shaping my journey as a Leatherneck, blending excitement with growth and leadership opportunities.ā
On campus, Neku is involved in the volunteer America Reads program, the University Conduct Board and the African Students Association (ASA).
To prospective students, Nekuās advice is to consider the campus experience at 91²Öæāand how the activities foster opportunities for growth, leadership and community engagement.
āIf you're thinking about attending WIU, I recommend that you evaluate not only the academics but also the overall campus experience,ā Neku said. ā91²Öæāprovides growth opportunities both within and outside of the classroom. You'll have the opportunity to take part in interesting university traditions, meet wonderful people and create unforgettable memories. 91²Öæātruly offers a well-rounded college experience that prepares you for your future, both professionally and personally.ā
As we honor 125 years of educational excellence, we invite local 91²Öæāstudents, alumni, faculty and staff to share their stories and be featured in our series. Contact University Communications at U-Communications@wiu.edu to participate.
To learn more about the 91²ÖæāPublic Health program, visit wiu.edu/graduate_studies/programs_of_study/health_profile.php.
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