From Medicine to Software Engineering
A short success story of the creators of HU Freshman — A+ across every course, a perfect COC 30/30, the courage to leave Medicine for Software Engineering, and a platform built so every freshman can excel.
Signature Achievement
What a story — then they built HU Freshman
The creators of this app did not just survive freshman year at Haramaya University — they dominated it. Straight A+ grades in every course. A perfect COC score of 30/30. And then the twist that hooks everyone: leaving Medicine behind to join Software Engineering. That same drive turned into HU Freshman — a platform built by students who made it, for students who are still fighting for their future.
Achievement Highlights
- A+ in every freshman course
- Perfect COC score — 30/30
- Left Medicine for Software Engineering
- Built HU Freshman for every freshman student
Meet the Creators Behind the App
HU Freshman was created by a team of high-achieving students who experienced the challenges and triumphs of freshman year firsthand at Haramaya University. They believed technology could transform how students learn, prepare for exams, and achieve academic excellence. While maintaining exceptional grades, they built this platform to support the next generation of university students.
Creators of HU Freshman Platform:
Abdulfetah Jemal
Co-Founder & Developer
Biniyam Berhanu
Co-Founder & Developer
Barekegn Aseffa
Co-Founder & Developer
The Vision
After proving what is possible in freshman year — including a leap from Medicine into Software Engineering — the team built HU Freshman so the next wave of students would not have to figure it out alone.
Why This Story Matters
This journey proves that the right focus in freshman year can redefine everything — even a path from Medicine into Software Engineering. The creators did not stop at personal excellence. They poured that energy into HU Freshman so every freshman has a clearer roadmap to excel, stay organized, and stay inspired.
HU Freshman is more than a study platform — it is proof that students who achieve excellence can empower others to do the same. The knowledge and strategies behind their A+ year and perfect COC are now available to you, helping you write your own success story at Haramaya University.
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