— My story
Welcome to my not-so-Personal Blog.
A research engineer, foodie and travel enthusiast.
Hi, I am Dr. Sinemobong, a Nigerian lady who flew 16,228 km to beautiful Aotearoa (New Zealand) four years ago to study for a Doctorate. I like to refer to myself as an academic tourist because many places I’ve visited have been thanks to academia. So I thought to myself, “why not share your experience, tips, etc., with those who will like such opportunities?”
Since being in New Zealand, I discovered my love for adventure travel through a few mates. I have been to nearly all the “touristy” parts of New Zealand. I have also visited Australia (I call it NZ’s older and wealthier sibling). I had more travel plans but, pandemic! I am looking forward to exploring more countries when this Covid-19 thingy is out of the way and travelling is no longer a hassle.
Besides exploring new horizons, I enjoy research, coaching, teaching and storytelling. My core area is food process system engineering, albeit I dabble in biotechnology, business and programming now and then. I love to share my knowledge and encounters with others so they can learn and have a more seamless experience.
The Sassy Engineer, inspiring and motivating people to challenge boundaries, achieve their dreams and live their best lives.
Dr. Sinemobong Essien
Fun facts:
- I love to teach at any given opportunity. I am passionate about sharing knowledge especially via unconventional approaches. As a result, I started a YouTube channel and a Facebook page and group soo my subscribers can connect with me directly. Isn’t that cool!!!?
- I recently completed my doctoral studies (#grad2021). Yup, I love research. Some would say I’m a geek or nerdy (PS: Not ashamed to be called that #researchgotmelike).
- I am a part-time model, or should I say, an accidental model. Occasionally, I pop up on cover pages, website banners, you name it. Because of how good of a person I am, I mostly do it for free. Check my portfolio here and here (under Science and R&D). Top players only.
- I love adventure activities. A girl is not a fan of height but she’s always taking dem risk in the name of adventure. Watch all of them here.
- I take a lot of selfies. Who doesn’t? All dem selfies are documented here.
Adventure
— About the blog
I planned for the blog to be solely about travel and study abroad activities because I have these experiences. Moreover, I enjoy visiting new places, trying different cuisines, and embracing other cultures. Any Nigerian passport holder knows how costly and nerve-racking visa application and travelling abroad can be.
After much thought, I decided that The Sassy Engineer will also be about sharing personal experiences and reflections, especially as a Nigerian female, to inspire and motivate people to challenge boundaries and achieve their dreams and live their best lives.
The Sassy Engineer is unfolding in real-time. I desire it to be a hub where people at different career stages, study levels and travel experiences can share ideas and experiences on topics covered to inspire others. It will be a blog and a content aggregator website for the target categories mentioned below and beyond.
Expect content about anything and everything on travel destinations and to-dos, food recipes, alternatives and adventures, lifestyle and entertainment, shopping – from fashion to food (#foodie), everyday living, and even plain old ranting (maybe not). Priority will be given to study abroad experiences, academia and industry, science and engineering research and trends.
Periodically, I will provide business recommendations and feature people doing big things in science, engineering, entertainment etc. This aspect will be tailored to Nigerian and other African people and businesses in NZ and back home.
To feature your study experience, travel stories and photos, food adventures, and other related information on this blog, please fill out the form.
Don’t hesitate to say hello 👋.
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