Congratulations to Brighton Muwi, a master’s student in Mining Engineering, who has been awarded a $3,000 WAAIME Scholarship! Brighton works with Dr. Xiang Li on exploring the joint effects of blasting and rainfall infiltration on slope stability.
Originally from Nyanga, Zimbabwe, Brighton earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Zimbabwe before pursuing a master’s degree in mining engineering at Michigan Technological University (MTU).
Professionally, Brighton has accumulated experience in the mining sector, having worked as a graduate mining intern at Eldorado Gold Mine from August 2022 to November 2023. There, he was involved in key projects and day-to-day operations, gaining firsthand experience in mining engineering and environmental compliance. Prior to that, he undertook internships at Bulawayo Mining Company —How Mine and Eldorado Gold Mine. Earlier in his career, he served as a high school teacher at Champion College in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Brighton’s interests include integrating data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence into mining operations to improve sustainability.
Brighton’s involvement extends beyond his professional life. He actively contributes to community efforts. He is a member of the Black Students Association at MTU, an organization that works to build unity among Black students, provide support, and promote diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness at the university.