Oby Ugwuegbu

Program Specializations: BARCH, B.A.A, BIAD
With a deep commitment to equity, education, and community engagement, Oby Ugwuegbu brings passion and purpose to her role as Outreach & Recruitment Specialist at NewSchool of Architecture & Design. She combines experience in public speaking, career readiness, and social impact programming to connect prospective students with educational opportunities that align with their goals and identities.
Prior to joining NewSchool, Oby served in multiple community engagement roles across San Diego, where she collaborated with schools, nonprofits, and public agencies to support underserved youth, immigrant families, and first-generation students.
Oby’s background in user-centered design and digital communication adds a unique layer to her outreach approach—she is intentional about making every interaction informative, inclusive, and impactful. Whether she’s speaking at high schools, supporting students one-on-one, or partnering with community organizations, her mission remains the same: to help others thrive through education.