Yolanda Rene White- Cheeseboro 
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 
Years of Attendance- 1983 - 1988
Bachelors of Science Agriculture Economics
Joined Alpha Kappa Sorority Inc. March 14, 2004 Edwardsville, IL
Upsilon Phi Omega Chapter, Edwardsville, IL

​Why did you join Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.?
“There was a chant that the AKA's at my school always shouted out... "Destination AKA, there is no other way"!!! And even though I didn't become an Alpha Kappa Alpha woman until much later, it was always a burning desire deep in my heart.  I was a 83' Fashionetta Debutante, my Father was an Alpha, my two sisters, cousins, and my sister-in-law are all Sorors!  Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. is in my DNA!”  


Most memorable moment at your institution
“There were two memorable moments...I made the cut to land a spot as a UAPB Stepperette Dancing Dolls and interviewing which lead to getting valuable work experience with my first job as a USDA intern.”


What advice would you give to an incoming freshman?
 “I would tell an incoming freshman to…

· Keep an open mind. You're about to meet people from different places and backgrounds and those who had different experiences than you. Realize that you can educate these people about the world the same way they can educate you.” · Work hard studying from the beginning of the semester, so you won't have to play catch up at the end. 
· Don't Party TOO hard, but still have fun!
· Ask for help when and if you need it.  


Why should a student select UAPB? 
“I'm reminded of the statement that Jasmine Guy's character, Whitley Gilbert, said about choosing the fictitious Hillman College on the show "A Different World". She said... "You can go to school anyplace, but what school will love ya and teach you how to love yourself and know yourself...like Hillman!  And that's exactly how I feel about my UAPB!”





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