Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Elisee Okenge ’27, a Nursing major at York College of Pennsylvania, moved to the United States at age 6 with her mother, Nsenga Boka, who was seeking a better future for herself and her daughter.

From Congo to Campus, Elisee Okenge Hones Her Passion for Helping Others

The York College of Pennsylvania Nursing major reflects on her mother’s perseverance through illness and hard work and the opportunities awaiting them through a York Habitat for Humanity home. Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Elisee Okenge ’27, a Nursing major at York College of Pennsylvania, moved to the United States at age 6…