I am Hawa Nayaga, a recent graduate in Electrical Engineering and Technology from Madison College. Originally from Burkina Faso, I moved to the U.S. with a deep desire to use engineering to create solutions that uplift communities. My academic journey has been driven by hands-on innovation—building microcontroller systems, FPGA-based circuits, and mobile-controlled devices—and fueled by a passion for access and equity. As Vice President of Fellowship for Phi Theta Kappa and Outreach Coordinator for Madison College’s Volunteer Center, I’ve led service projects, mentored peers, and connected students with opportunities to grow. My Honors Project focused on building low-power, offline communication networks for underserved areas in Africa. I’m currently learning AutoCAD and diving into power systems and digital substation technologies, with a long-term goal of designing sustainable, impactful systems for the communities that need them most. Engineering, for me, isn’t just a career—it’s a calling to serve.