A Darlington student is made up of many things. None of which is average. We help our students develop their interests, passions and pursuits, because we believe every individual has something to contribute. We also believe that only when you're 100% you, are you 100% Darlington.
Here at Darlington, every student’s path is different. We think that's a good thing.
Let’s get to know Arike Akinbolagbe, a two-year boarding student from Lagos, Nigeria, who serves as a dorm leader in Cooper House.
When you think of Darlington, what three words come to mind first?
Rooted in tradition
What song reminds you of high school?
"Prom” - Sza
What's your favorite show to binge watch?
“Gilmore Girls”
What's your favorite restaurant in Rome?
Aventine
What house are you a member of?
Cooper House
What are you involved in?
Cooper House dorm leader; social media chair for Student Arts Council, Black Student Union, and Servant Leadership Committee; soccer team; Darlington Players; Advancement Ambassadors; Tiger Tutors; basketball cheer
If you play sports, who is your favorite coach and why?
Coach Shorey - he always helps us move past mistakes and get our heads back in the game.
What's your favorite place on campus and why?
Anywhere by a tree.
Who's your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Allen and Ms. Shores because they actually managed to keep me awake through U.S. History and AP Psych lol.
What’s your favorite thing about Darlington?
The nature on campus.
Describe an experience that you've had at Darlington that you couldn't have had anywhere else.
Crashing the Lunar New Year party.
What are some of the ways you've grown since you first came to Darlington?
I started saying hi to people in the hallway :)
What is your dream job?
Lego architect
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