- Resilient Nigerian-American lady gets White House appointment, despite being expelled for being dull in College.
- Despite her initial challenges, Lola pursued event planning, which led to an impressive career in organizing events and eventually caught the attention of Michelle Obama.
- Lola’s determination and skills landed her a prestigious appointment at the White House.
Resilient Nigerian-American lady gets White House appointment, despite being expelled for being dull in College.
Overcoming initial setbacks, Lola Tomorrow, a Nigerian-American young woman, triumphed after her expulsion from Illinois State University, securing an extraordinary White House appointment.
Lola Tomorow, now renowned as an accomplished event planner and youth mentor, earned her bachelors degree in Meeting and Event Planning from Illinois State University, Chicago.
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Resilient Nigerian-American lady gets White House appointment
Her journey to success took a unique turn as she initially defied expectations by embracing her passion for event organization, a stark contrast to the law, engineering, or medical career paths envisioned by her family and peers.
During her college years, Lola faced academic hurdles that led to probation and eventual expulsion. Undeterred, she boldly sought a second chance from the university’s president. This endeavor bore fruit, setting forth a challenge to graduate within four years with a 3.0 GPA.
While Lola didn’t achieve the stipulated GPA, her determination propelled her to graduate on time.
Entering the event planning industry, Lola’s breakthrough came when she orchestrated an event attended by Michelle Obama.
Amidst the event’s preparations, Lola’s quick thinking and dedication earned her a notable encounter with the former First Lady. Her exceptional approach caught Michelle Obama’s attention, leading to an offer to collaborate.
In an unexpected turn of fate, Lola’s exceptional skills garnered her a position as an aide to the then-First Lady, Michelle Obama, within a remarkably short timeframe.
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96-year-old woman breaks record for 100% grade from US college
In other news, Violet Edwards, a 96-year-old woman, broke the record for being the oldest African American woman to earn a college degree.
In addition, Violet Edwards was the fifth-oldest college graduate in the world and the oldest individual in Florida to get a degree.
She was the youngest child in her family and was born in Jamaica in 1925. She was a brilliant student and a voracious reader when she was a young girl.
