
Charles Emmanuel Waru
Charles Emmanuel Waru is a remarkable individual who made history as the first refugee to graduate from the Politecnico di Milano, earning his degree in biomedical engineering in 2023. Originally from South Sudan, Waru's journey to Italy began under challenging circumstances, having fled conflict and sought refuge in Uganda before being accepted into the Unicore program, which facilitates higher education for refugees in Italy. Throughout his studies, he has expressed gratitude for the support he received from his university and peers, describing them as a second family. Waru dreams of returning to Africa to contribute positively to his homeland, yet he also feels a strong connection to Milan, contemplating the possibility of building a life there.
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Charles Emmanuel Waru is the first refugee student to graduate from the Politecnico di Milano.
Waru, il primo rifugiato laureato in ingegneria al Politecnico: «Tornerò in Africa, ma sento che potrei vivere a Milano per sempre»
