Name: Mr Scott Cummings
From: Bonnyrigg, Midlothian
Age: 20
Studies: Law
This week Her Campus caught up with the fun-loving 3rd year, Scott Cummings! This Campus Celeb is this year’s law class rep and is also currently the only male member of the Aberdeen University Cheerleading Society. Let’s find out more about his life at the University of Aberdeen!
HC: Why did you decide to study law?
SC: All my teachers kept telling me the thing I was best at was arguing with people, so law seemed like the natural area to go into!
HC: So you’re the law class rep, do you enjoy having that role?
SC: It’s good because it means that I get to be more involved in uni, and I have met a lot of people in other years that are on the same course. It’s a bit daunting when I have to address the rest of my year group though!
HC: Sounds pretty nerve-racking! We hear you have had loads of fun since joining the Aberdeen University Cheerleading Society last year; what are the advantages and/or disadvantages of being the only male member?
SC: I would say it is an advantage because I obviously stick out quite a bit, but I can use that to my advantage to try and get noticed more than others- even if my skills aren’t as good. Sometimes I worry that it is a disadvantage because it means that when we compete, the team has to compete in differing categories to the ones they would compete in if I wasn’t there, but nobody seems to mind!
HC: Her Campus thinks you are super talented, we loved watching you at the Granite City showcase last year! How would you encourage other males to join the society?
SC: I would say never knock something until you’ve tried it. A lot of guys think it’s too girly to do, but I tried it because it looked like a laugh and I’ve never enjoyed something so much– It’s the best part of my week! Lots of guys probably look at me and think that I’m too girly, that they’re different to me and wouldn’t fit in, but everyone is so welcoming and the girls would probably love some more guys around. Remember, as cheerleaders we don’t just lift heavy weights, we lift people- what’s not masculine and challenging about that!? And also guys; consider the fact that I spend my entire day holding girls’ butts and then think about whether you want to try it out!
HC: Well if that doesn’t encourage them we don’t know what will! So, what are your favourite things to do in Aberdeen?
SC: I don’t actually spend a lot of my spare time in Aberdeen, but other than going out every night of the week, I really enjoy the beach. It such a nice place to just go and chill for an hour or two. If you have a spare few hours, I would recommend taking a drive to Stonehaven and enjoying the beach down there as it’s such a lovely place to walk around!
HC: What has been your highlight of Aberdeen University so far?
SC: I found 1st year really stressful, so I would say my entire 2nd year at uni was a highlight. I joined cheer, made so many new friends, and overall just enjoyed my university experience so much more! The Law ball was a great experience last year and I’m looking forward to that again, as well as the Sports Ball.
QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS
Favourite food? – Pizza of course
Perfect date? – That’s a tough one. I’d have to say April 25th. Because it’s not too hot, not too cold, all you need is a light jacket.
Pet hate? – Spoilt people
Guilty pleasure? – A Real Housewives of Atlanta marathon
Biggest fear? – That I won’t be successful
Come on, you’re a celeb – of course you’ll be successful! Thank you Scott, we can’t wait to see more of you cheering this year!