Check out Campus Cutie, Emmanuel Banks. Read his interview and get to know him!
Basics…
Name: Emmanuel Banks
Age: 18
Hometown: Norfolk, VA
School: George Mason University
Year: Freshman/2017
Major: Economics
Minor(s): Software Engineering and Arabic
Relationship Status: Single
HC: How did you spend your summer?
E: “I got the chance to visit Israel this summer!”
HC: What are your favorite activities?
E: “I like to travel, play tennis, and kayak!”
HC: What are three words to describe you?
E: “Energetic, loyal, and friendly.”
HC: What is your life motto?
E: “Always look at the brighter side of life.”
HC: What extracurricular activities did you do in high school?
E: “I was really involved within the community. I participated in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, did Model UN, and worked with ‘Operation Smile.’”
HC: That’s awesome! What is “Operation Smile?”
E: “’Operation Smile’ is an organization that raises money to help children who were born with a cleft lip. The money goes to the family so they can afford a life changing surgery. This organization started in Norfolk and I did my part by going in every Friday to help out.”
HC: Who inspires you?
E: “My aunt. She was in the military and went to Afghanistan twice. She always creates her own path and always knows what’s right for her. She’s independent and I really look up to her.”
HC: Are you involved with anything outside of school?
E: “Yes! I’m an Editorial Director at Teens in Tech.”
HC: Why did you choose George Mason?
E: “The location and the diversity. We have the luxury of going to DC and I love meeting people with unique backgrounds!”
HC: What student organizations are you interested in joining at Mason?
E: “So far I’ve been looking into joining Model UN and possibly playing tennis.”
HC: What do you expect to gain from Mason?
E: “I’m excited to make new friends, try new things, and be exposed to a different way of living. I also expect to learn new things about myself from others.”
HC: Where is your favorite spot to eat on campus?
E: “Pilot House! The lines are so long but it’s definitely worth it.”
HC: Current song that you can’t get out of your head?
E: “Don’t Drop That Thun Thun by Finatticz! I think it’s hilarious, catchy, and my floor mates go crazy when it comes on.”
HC: Ideal date?
E: “I’d take her to a nice restaurant, followed by a nice walk, and end the night watching the stars!”
HC: What are three things that would accompany you on a stranded island?
E: “My computer, a really good book, and someone to entertain me.”
HC: Who is your celebrity crush?
E: “Padma Lakshmi from Top Chef!”
HC: Speaking of food, what’s your favorite food?”
E: “Baklava and Greek donuts.”
HC: Your go to pick up line?
E: “You look cold. Want to use me as a blanket?”
HC: Overall, how has your experience at Mason been?
E: “It has been a lot of fun so far. I couldn’t see myself anywhere else. It’s also been a learning experience for me. I can’t wait to experience more of Mason in the future.”
There you have it ladies! You can find Emmanuel around campus playing tennis with friends, visiting Pilot House, or heading down to DC on the weekends. Emmanuel loves trying new things and looks forward to his freshman year as a Patriot!