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Season 4 Episode 2: Creativity Meets Academia - Grad School Through a Designer’s Lens with Chike Onyekwelu
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In this episode, we connect with Chike Ivor Onyekwelu, a seasoned product designer with expertise in Figma illustration and brand identity design. Now pursuing a Master’s in Information Technology with Project Management in the UK, Chike opens up about his first few weeks as an international graduate student. He shares candid reflections on how reality compares to his expectations, the early challenges of adjusting to a new academic system, and how he’s managing to balance coursework with his creative passions.
We also dive into his experiences with culture shifts, making new connections, and finding community in a new country. Whether you're a designer curious about graduate school or a prospective student wondering what those first few weeks abroad might look like, this episode is packed with honest insights and relatable takeaways.
Tune in for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation on growth, creativity, and navigating change.
Co-hosts: Ebelechukwu Monye and Chukwuebuka Amaji
Guest: Chike Onyekwelu
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