Adiaratou Kaba
  • Undeclared
  • Class of 2018
  • Bronx, N.Y.

Adiaratou Kaba Inducted into Chi Alpha Epsilon at SUNY New Paltz

2016 May 9

Adiaratou Kaba was inducted into Chi Alpha Epsilon at SUNY New Paltz.

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at SUNY New Paltz hosted its 14th annual Chi Alpha Epsilon (XAE) National Honor Society Induction Ceremony on May 5.

The event officially recognized 65 new XAE members who had been admitted to the College through opportunity programs and who have maintained grade-point averages above 3.0 for at least two consecutive semesters, and 32 standing members who received membership upgrades by maintaining GPAs of 3.5 or higher since their initial induction.

"The remarkable academic performance we celebrate here today is a true testament to the fact that EOP works," said Antonio Bonilla, EOP director. "In inducting these students, we honor them as well as the collaborative effort of faculty, family members, peers and professional staff who help make their success possible. I applaud all of you for your diligence and your wonderful achievements."

The XAE also conferred honorary inductions upon two individuals who, in different ways, exemplify the strengths of EOP at New Paltz and the value of the service it provides to students: EOP Advisor Clare Kelly-Barra, who works one-on-one with dozens of students and plays an instrumental role in the College's award-winning efforts to provide EOP students with opportunities to study abroad, and EOP alumnus Harry K. Bonsu '90 (Political Science), a senior vice president at Independence Care System, who provided this year's Keynote remarks.