Norma Solomon White, born on November 17, 1934, in Jacksonville, Florida, is a distinguished musician and educator. She made history as the first female member to graduate from Florida A&M University's renowned Marching 100 Band in 1955. White furthered her education with a Master's in Music from Columbia University. Her career spans 37 years in the Duval County School District, serving as Band Director, Assistant Principal, Magnet Coordinator, and Music Supervisor. In 1998, she was elected the 25th International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, focusing on "Blazing New Trails." ([thehistorymakers.org](https://www.thehistorymakers.org/sites/default/files/A2008_033_EAC.pdf?utm_source=openai))