We are gushing over this week’s campus cutie. Meet 21-year-old Sorab whose career ambitions haven’t take a single hit at his humility. This stand-up guy is here to make a difference – and in a HUGE way. Keep reading for more on Sorab!
Name: Sorab Kochhar
Hometown: Clifton, NJ
Age: 21
Major: ITI/Economics/Entrepreneurship
Year: 2014/2015
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Q. Sorab does that guitar playing make the ladies swoon?
Well, modesty is a virtue!
Q. Describe your perfect girl.
All women are beautiful in their own unique way. Generally, what gets me first is just someone who stands out from the crowd. I’m all about strong independent women who can stand on their own; I think that’s an attractive quality.
Q. What about your first outing? Details!
For a first date I’ll keep it casual. Maybe grab a quick bite to eat or go out for a drink. Good conversation is key– so basically, anywhere you can find yourself talking, laughing, and enjoying each other’s company.
Q. Ok enough about the ladies. Tell us a little about yourself. What makes Sorab happy?
I’d like to think I’m a simple guy. The people I choose to surround myself with keep me smiling, so I give them much of the credit to my happiness.
Q. What about those killer musical talents!? Give us a timeline of how it all began.
It really happened by accident. My high school buddy wanted to participate in a talent show and needed a singer to do backup for him. I never really thought I was much of a vocalist, but then as we practiced I ended up doing lead. Thankfully, we were a hit. I ended up picking up guitar my junior year—and the rest came naturally.
Q. What about your other talents? Any other we should know of!?
I draw a lot. I literally doodle on anything- notes, napkins, desks, people- you name it. It’s calming for me and I wish I had more time for it.
Q. Tell us about Greek life! How has joining a fraternity changed your experience at Rutgers?
I attribute many of my positive qualities to things I’ve learned while being in a fraternity. Managing your time, meeting people within the Greek community, and running your frat overall. Phi Delta Theta is a place where I have a great group of guys who I can always turn to. It’s a melting pot of cultures and experiences – there’s never a dull moment. It’s been a ride so far and it’s definitely a great decision to go Greek.
Q. How do you contribute to your fraternity’s success?
I’m actually the Pledge Educator of Phi Delta Theta. I take my position very seriously and it is my job to usher in the future of the brotherhood by the standards of our creed. It’s important for me to see them grow up and become the positive, genuine people Phi Delta Theta strives to have.
Q. Movie describing your life. Ready, set, go!
The Great Gatsby! Not really, but it’s one my favorite movies, and it would have been pretty awesome to live the life of Mr. Jay Gatsby, even if for just one day.
Q. What’s the most interesting goal on your bucket list?
Honestly, still pretty young so I have much to see. I would love to travel the world: France, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Egypt, Italy, and Spain, just to name a few. I’m all about diving deep into other cultures. I find it fascinating, just being anonymous in a world completely unlike your own- just makes life worthwhile.
Q. What’s on your TV radar as of late?
I’m a sitcom kind of guy, I keep things pretty light when it comes to TV. Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother, Big Bang Theory. Suits is my only exception really, but I’m always up to try new shows that are light-hearted and stray from seriousness.
And don’t even ask about Breaking Bad. I can’t deal with a suspenseful show!
Q. Also, can you PLEASE tell our readers why North Jersey is the BEST part of the Garden State?
North Jersey is the place to be. It’s only a couple minutes from the city which means you have beautiful views of the New York skyline, not to forget that Hoboken, Jersey City, & Edgewater all have hotspots worth visiting. Being raised in a North Jersey suburb has given me a well-balanced childhood where I’ve lived in diversity and have been exposed to anything and everything life has brought my way. Growing up here builds character and I wouldn’t have changed a thing. And the beach is just a highway away.
Q. Now on a serious note, you’re a senior this year. Tell us about your plans post-graduation!
When I first came to the RUT, all I saw was dollar signs. I wanted this lavish corporate life and I wanted to live in a big city. Lately, I’ve been rethinking and I’d like to delve into Project Management for a tech firm. I want to change the way we look at technology – maybe do a start-up. Who knows, maybe I’ll live in Silicon Valley. I’ll give Google a little competition.
Q. Give us a final good-bye! What legacy would you like to leave behind?
I just want to make a difference – even make a difference in someone’s life.
I think my legacy is to just try to do things for the greater good and influence other people to also be selfless beings. Pass along love, cherish memories, and stay on the grind. But listen, if I am a success by any means in the future, I’ll be thanking my upbringing- and if my legacy is to fade into the background of a picture, I’ll know I lived to my fullest and did my best.