Lovia Naa Adjeley Lomo, Class of 2025
My journey to Palm
After graduating from high school in 2020, I was unsure about how to navigate into the future. My family couldn’t provide the needed financial support for further education. I therefore started searched for scholarships and other opportunities to further my education. The experience was like finding a needle in a haystack. However, fate smiled on me when I secured a 100% tuition scholarship through the David Okai Okantey Foundation to pursue a degree in BSc. Business Information Technology at Palm University. That moment changed my life forever. I remember being invited to attend an admission and scholarship potential recipient interview on campus and working my way through the admission process with all the help I needed from Palm University faculty and staff.
Stepping onto the Palm University campus as a freshman, was an exciting period for me. I remember feeling both nervous and excited as I walked through the gates and onto the grounds of my new academic home. Looking back now, it’s hard to believe how much this place has become a part of me. Palm University has been more than just a university for me, it’s been a second home, a place where I’ve made lifelong friends and developed unforgettable memories. This university has shaped me into the person I am today, and for that, I will always be grateful.
Academic Counseling at Palm
As passionate as I was about academics, there were moments when I felt overwhelmed but I was rescued through academic counselling. The support I have received from my academic counselors is nothing short of transformative. They have helped me navigate challenging courses by ensuring that I never felt alone. The guidance I received through counselors made me believe in myself to find the confidence I needed to excel.
Career Counseling at Palm
Deciding on a career path can be overwhelming, but I was fortunate to have a wonderful career counselor who was a constant source of guidance and inspiration. She took the time to listen to my interests, concerns, and aspirations, and provided thoughtful advice that helped me acquire a better understanding of my options.
Peer Mentoring at Palm
Additionally, I took advantage of the opportunity to become a peer mentee, which proved to be an invaluable experience. Through being mentored and mentoring others, I realized the importance of guidance and support which sparked within me a passion for leadership. Beyond the classroom, these experiences have helped me grow personally and professionally, and I am grateful for the opportunities that have allowed me to develop into the person I am today.
Corporate Internship Experience
One of the most defining experiences in my college journey so far has been my internship experience at OML Africa, a renowned international human resource management consultancy. My summer internship experience here has been such an eye-opener to the world of human resource and business management. Currently, I am being exposed to various facets of the human resources management field at OML Africa; from talent acquisition and employee engagement to performance management and organizational development.
The Honour Code at Palm
Palm University’s Honour System and Examinations Honour Code has also deeply resonated with my values. Upholding integrity and ethics have become second nature to me. As I look ahead, I see a path paved with possibilities. Palm University has not only shaped me academically but also socially and professionally. I’ve grown into a person who is ready to take on challenges and make a positive impact on the world.
