Educational Leadership's own Asad Ikemba, a first-year PhD student, has been awarded the prestigious first-place prize for his insightful publication, "The Sankofa Bird That Flew Home," in the Global Essay Project. This event, orchestrated by the STAR Scholars Network, showcases the finest academic writing internationally. Ikemba stood out among competitors, which included doctoral students and professors from across the globe, offering a unique perspective on international and comparative education. His essay can be found in Bridging Cultures Empowering Futures: Global Citizenship and International Education. The Educational Leadership department celebrates his remarkable achievement and anticipates the special accolade he will receive at the forthcoming book launch.

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