Messiah Godfred Majid is a Ghanaian Stamps Scholar and Foote Fellow Honors student at the University of Miami, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics with a minor in Biology. He serves as the Sponsorship Chair for the Miami Day of Service, where he helps coordinate partnerships and support large-scale volunteer initiatives. As an International Student Liaison in Student Government, he advocates for the needs and support of international students. He is also First Year Fellow, mentoring first-year students and hosting technical workshops to enhance their academic success.
Messiah joined the Cane2Cane mentorship platform to chat, connect, and learn more from alumni and professionals who have been his shoes before.
Why Cane2Cane?
When I first learnt about Cane2Cane, I was expecting another LinkedIn-style platform where connections were made in name alone, but I quickly realized this wasn’t the case. It’s not every day you find a platform where people genuinely want to help you succeed just because you share a connection to the same university. The idea of reaching out to alumni who’ve been through similar challenges and found success was too good to pass up.
Impact on your journey?
I’ve always had big ideas about where I wanted to go, but connecting with mentors through Cane2Cane has helped me figure out how to actually get there. They’ve given me practical advice on everything from interview prep to navigating early career decisions, but more than that, they’ve made me feel like my goals are valid and achievable.
Memorable connection?
One of the best conversations I had was with someone who had a similar academic background but went into a completely different field. Hearing how they pivoted and built a career that they genuinely enjoy made me think differently about what “success” can look like. It wasn’t just about their advice—it was about seeing someone take a non-linear path and make it work for them.
Valuable takeaway?
The most valuable thing I’ve learned is that I don’t have to have everything figured out right now. Sometimes it’s about asking the right questions and taking one step at a time. The mentors I’ve connected with have all emphasized that your career isn’t a straight line, and that’s okay.
Words of gratitude?
I’m really grateful for Cane2Cane as a platform and for everyone who’s taken the time to share their experiences with me. It’s a reminder that none of us are doing this alone, and there’s so much to learn from each other. It’s also made me want to pay it forward someday.
Advice for your peers/aspiring mentees?
Don’t overthink it—just send that first message. The worst thing that can happen is someone doesn’t reply, and the best thing that can happen is you find a mentor who changes the way you think about your career. Be honest about where you are and what you need help with, and you’ll be surprised how willing people are to help.
This testimonial was shared by Messiah in January 2025.
