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Profile Of Elsie Effah Kaufmann; Age, Husband, Children, Education, Career, Achievements, Net Worth

Elsie Effah Kaufmann

Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann is the current host of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ). Let’s take a look at her profile; age, husband, children, education, career, achievements and net worth.

Age

She was born on 7th September, 1969. She is 54 years old.

Home Town

Assin, Central region

Husband

Elsie Effah is currently divorced. She once married a white man because no Ghanaian man approached her.

Children

Elsie Effah Kaufmann and her divorced husband are blessed with three children. Two girls and a boy.

Early Life and Education

Elsie Effah Kaufmann is a distinguished figure in Ghana known for her contributions to education and science. Born in Ghana, she pursued her education at various institutions.

Kaufmann began her secondary education at the Aburi Girls’ Senior High School, and obtained her International Baccalaureate Diploma from the United World College of the Atlantic in Wales in 1988.

She proceeded to the University of Pennsylvania for her Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE), a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE), and a doctorate (PhD) in Bioengineering.

Academic and Professional Career

Elsie Effah Kaufmann has held significant roles in various academic institutions in both the United States and Ghana. She served as a research supervisor at Rutgers University’s Department of Chemistry from May 1998 to June 2001. Prior to this, she was a Teaching Assistant at the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania. In Ghana, Kaufmann was a Senior Lecturer and the inaugural Head of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Ghana during two periods: 2006–2012 and 2014–2016.

Presently, Kaufmann is a visiting scholar and the Founding Head of the Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics at the University of Health and Allied Sciences in Ho, Ghana. She also holds a position as a University Council Member at Ghana Communication Technology University.

Notably, she made history by becoming the first woman to be appointed as the dean of the School of Engineering Sciences at the University of Ghana, commencing her role from 1 August 2022.

National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ)

Effah Kaufmann gained significant recognition for her role as the quiz mistress on the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) in Ghana. The NSMQ is an annual science and mathematics competition among various senior high schools in Ghana. Her engaging and knowledgeable presence as the quiz mistress has made her a familiar face, inspiring and challenging students to excel in science and mathematics. Her passion for these subjects and dedication to fostering an interest in STEM fields among young Ghanaians has made her a highly respected figure in the educational landscape.

Contributions And Achievements

Effah Kaufmann’s impact extends beyond her university role and quiz mistress position. She is an advocate for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in Ghana and has played a pivotal role in encouraging and nurturing an interest in these disciplines among students. Her dedication to promoting STEM education has significantly contributed to shaping the academic landscape and inspiring a new generation of young Ghanaians to pursue careers in these fields.

Effah Kaufmann’s work has not only influenced education in Ghana but has also received recognition on an international level. Her commitment to promoting science and mathematics, along with her academic contributions, positions her as a significant influencer in the realms of education and STEM advocacy.

She received the International Women’s Forum Leadership Foundation Fellowship in 2011 and the 2017 Impact Africa Summit Laureate for Education in Ghana.

She is also the first female recipient of the 2018 Golden Torch Award for International Academic Leadership by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) at the 44th Annual Conference held in the United States of America.