Spotlight on the Open Dreams Virtual Summer Academy (Project Moon) Coordinator, Mbaku Shansel Ticha'22

I am a Mechanical Engineering student at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), with a passion for innovation, education, and community impact. I believe in living life to the fullest by pursuing my diverse interests and using them to create meaningful change.

As the Coordinator of the Online Open Dreams Summer Academy (Project Moon) , launched in 2024, I facilitate educational and mentorship opportunities for students across Cameroon and beyond. Through this platform, I aim to empower young scholars by helping them develop essential college preparation tools, leadership capacity, and social skills—equipping them for success in higher education and life.

My journey with Open Dreams played a pivotal role in helping me realize my dream of studying abroad. Today, I am committed to giving back by mentoring others and creating supportive, inclusive spaces where students can thrive and reach their full potential.

In addition to my academic and mentorship pursuits, I am deeply interested in agriculture. I aspire to apply my mechanical engineering knowledge to advance the agricultural sector in Cameroon, promoting sustainable practices and technological innovation to improve productivity and livelihoods.

• Mbaku Shansel'22 | Open Dreams