Senior Prof. Uzochukwu
Senior Professor Godfrey Arinze Uzochukwu
Residence: USA
Village of Origin: Ogwugwu High Centre, Mgbidi
Profession: University Senior Professor
Education & Training
- B.S., Oklahoma State University
- M.S., Oklahoma State University
- Ph.D., University of Nebraska
- Postdoctoral Research, Texas A&M University, College Station
Academic Expertise
Focused, motivated, and passionate senior professor and administrator with a track record of developing innovative programs in sustainability education, environmental sciences, and global community outreach.
Areas of expertise include soil health, geology, soil mineralogy, soil genesis, land use, waste management, and environmental disciplines. Principal or co-PI on multi-million-dollar externally funded research projects; author of numerous journal articles, conference papers, technical reports, and books. Current reviewer for:
- Journal of Environmental Protection
- Aspects in Mining and Mineral Science
- Journal of Scientific Research
Professional memberships: Ecological Society of America; Soil Science Society of America; American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Past service:
- City of Greensboro Solid Waste Management Commission
- EPA Chartered Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), Biden Administration
- Chair, CASTNet Panel; advisor to SAB on STAA committee
Significant Highlights
- Founding Director, Interdisciplinary Waste Management Institute (WMI)
- Amoco Foundation Teaching Excellence Award recipient
- 2003 Administrator of the Year
- Lead Professor, Energy & Environment PhD program
- Coordinator, Environmental Studies, College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
- Guided creation of Leadership Studies PhD and interdisciplinary graduate certificates
- Service on UNC PACE and UNC Tomorrow environmental sustainability initiatives
- Mentored over 13,000 students across multiple disciplines
- Awarded 2,400 waste management certificates under his leadership
- Board member, Bryan YMCA of Greensboro; helped raise $12 million for new facility
- Chaired national conferences and expos (1995, 1996, 1998, 2002, 2013, 2022)
The Chemistry Lab at St. Anthony's High School Nkpor named after Senior Prof. Uzochukwu
Community Service & Philanthropy
President & CEO, UZO Foundation Inc. (501(c)(3), USA)
- Scholarships and support for underprivileged children and pregnant women in Mgbidi and Awgu LGA
- Enabled primary-school graduates to attend secondary school at Queen of Angels & Central School, Mgbidi
- Revamped Mgbidi Health Center with generator, monitoring equipment, and birthing facilities
- Founded and equipped Mmuta Amaka Library at Mgbidi Technical College
- Equipped Professor Uzochukwu's Chemistry Lab with apparatus and chemical supplies at St. Anthony’s High School, Nkpor, Anambra State
- Supplied books to Corpus Christi College, Achi Library
- Conducted workshops on ethics, character building, and leadership in Enugu & Anambra States
- Donated generously to churches, schools, and health facilities
- Led six medical missions to Enugu State and four to Mgbidi Health Center
- Delivered two 40ft containers of medical supplies to Parklane Hospital
- President, EnuguUSA (2008–2010): introduced “Big Ideas,” wrote grants, organized national conventions
- Founding President, Enugu State of NC St. Mary’s Catholic Church; catechist & communications director
- Leader, African Refugees Oganiru Cultural Association: organized New Yam Festivals & cultural events
“A visionary scholar and dedicated community leader, Dr. Uzochukwu’s impact spans academia, environmental stewardship, and deep commitment to his homeland.”
