Name: Swathi Balakrishnan
Year: Freshman, Class of 2019
Hometown: Potomac Falls, Virginia
Major: Not completely sure but thinking about economics
Favorite thing about Duke (so far): The people! The people at Duke are so friendly and incredibly talented. Everyone I meet is so amazing and really makes me feel so lucky to be here. I love all the people I’ve met so far and can’t wait to get to know more people throughout my four years here.
Shooters or Devines: Shooters
Favorite place to eat off campus: I just tried Burger Bach today – it was really good!
Life motto: Live más
Favorite article of clothing that you own: On cold days like today, definitely my Northface!
Best place to study: 3rd Floor Perkins Bridge
Biggest pet peeve: I’m not exactly sure but bad parking/driving really bothers me
Deal breakers: Dishonesty, rudeness, unreliability, being a braggart
Favorite TV show: I watch a lot of different shows like How I Met Your Mother, Friends, Gossip Girl, Suits, and Scandal