Journey
Shangaya TOURAIVANE was admitted to ENS Paris-Saclay through competitive entrance exams in 2019 after completing a preparatory class in Nouméa in the PSI track. Shangaya’s academic background is as follows:
- Double Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Sciences—Specialization in Mechanical Engineering
- Master’s 1 in Mechanics and Production Engineering
- Master’s 2 from FESup - Passed the agrégation exam with an excellent ranking (2nd out of 35)
- Master’s 2 in Research (MAGIS: Mechanics of Materials for Engineering and Integrity of Structures)
Upon completing his studies at ENS Paris-Saclay, Shangaya began a doctoral thesis at LMPS in the field of human hard tissue biomechanics, specifically focusing on the mechanics of dentin, the material found beneath tooth enamel. He dreams of becoming a faculty researcher.
ENS Paris-Saclay Diploma Award
At the 2024 commencement ceremony, Shangaya received the Student Engagement Award.
As secretary of the Student Union for one year, during which he oversaw the move from Cachan to the Saclay Plateau, he also served as a student representative on his Departmental Executive Committee (DER) and on the Student Life Council. He participated in various committees, including the Academic Advancement Council for the Mechanical Engineering track at Paris-Saclay University. Finally, he was always ready to help with various requests: open houses for incoming freshmen, career days, etc.