Autor: Samuel C. Obi

Professor Samuel Obi is a professor at San Jose State University where he has taught for over 21 years. He coordinates and teaches courses in the Manufacturing Systems program in the Department of Aviation and Technology, Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering. He also serves as an advisor to students, including the Nigerian Student Association of San Jose State University. Professor Obi has helped to found programs geared to helping Nigerian and African immigrants adjust to life in American society. One of those programs was the Nigerian Language and Cultural Institute which he actively participated in as well as serving as the Director for many years. He also helped to found and lead the Nnewi Neighborhood Association of Northern California, which has served the social and cultural needs of his fellow immigrants for many years. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed technical articles in his field, and has presented at numerous professional conferences. He has served on numerous departmental, college, university, local and national community committees. He is also an active technology transfer agent. Professor Obi is currently a Regional Director for the Honorary Epsilon Pi Tau. He is happily married with four children. He lives in Tracy, California where he is actively involved in various professional, academic, social and cultural causes.