Celebrating Academic Brillance! Dr. Samba Bah Celebrates Academic Achievement with Successful PhD Defense! Dr. Samba Bah has reached a significant milestone in his academic journey. He successfully defended his PhD dissertation, "Cost-Sharing in Public Higher Education: A Phenomenological Study of Graduates of the University of The Gambia." This achievement represents not only a personal triumph but also contributes valuable insights into the dynamics of higher education funding. Dr. Bah expressed deep gratitude towards his dissertation committee—Chair Lijing Yang, Laura Harrison, Yegan Pillay, and Assan Sarr—for their invaluable guidance and support. Their insights and challenges played a crucial role in refining his work and pushing him to think critically. Acknowledging the strong support system that stood by him, Dr. Bah thanked his wife, family, and friends for their unwavering belief in him. He extended a special mention to his sister, Awa Bah, whose role as both a role model and financial supporter was pivotal in his educational journey, right from middle school to his first year at Ohio University. This achievement underscores Dr. Bah’s dedication and the collective support of those around him, marking the successful conclusion of one chapter and the promising beginning of the next. Congratulations Dr. Bah

To new beginnings. To the start of a new journey. Today we take the first steps... Forward. Together. 🔴🔵🟢 🇬🇲 #TheGambia #ForwardTogether