Accra:According to Ghana Web, Ing. Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann, known for her role as the quizmistress of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), has been recognized with three awards by the Institute of Project Management Professionals (IPMP-Ghana). These honors were part of the celebrations marking the organization's 10th anniversary.
Prof. Effah Kaufmann received the Lifetime Achievement Award, Outstanding Member of the Decade Award, and Outstanding Member Award. These awards acknowledge her significant contributions and status in her field.
As a celebrated academic, she has become a household name in Ghana through her involvement with the NSMQ, one of the country's leading academic competitions. Her television presence is complemented by her achievements as an academic and engineer.
Prof. Effah Kaufmann serves as a professor at the University of Ghana and is the founding head of the Department of Biomedical Engineering. Her career has been dedicated to advancing engineering education and developing expertise in biomedical engineering.
Her role in the NSMQ has cemented her as a key figure in science education, with her firm yet engaging approach leaving a lasting impact on numerous students and viewers. The awards from IPMP-Ghana further highlight her ongoing influence in education and professional excellence in Ghana.