Classrooms Without Walls | Prof. Friday Joel Ogbonna | TEDxUmudike
Prof. Joel shared how learning transforms the mind and how much of a continuous process education is for people who would build a sustainable community and nation. A Professor of Petroleum Engineering with a career spanning academia, industry, and governance, Prof Joel has:
18+ years at Halliburton (Nigeria & USA).
Published 180+ papers and supervised 40+ PhD graduates.
Advanced research in oilfield chemicals, environmental management & sustainable energy.
Currently serving as Commissioner for Petroleum & Mineral Resources, Abia State, he is also a mentor, global speaker, and passionate advocate for youth empowerment and good governance.A Professor of Petroleum Engineering with a career spanning academia, industry, and governance, Prof Joel has:
18+ years at Halliburton (Nigeria & USA).
Published 180+ papers and supervised 40+ PhD graduates.
Advanced research in oilfield chemicals, environmental management & sustainable energy.
Currently serving as Commissioner for Petroleum & Mineral Resources, Abia State, he is also a mentor, global speaker, and passionate advocate for youth empowerment and good governance. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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