Name: Jake McHugh
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Major: Political Science and Communication Studies
Relationship status: SingleFavorite movie: Good Will HuntingFavorite place to study on campus: 4M of Gorgas What is your favorite part about being on the speech team? “Getting to advocate for change on a weekly basis. There’s no other time in life where I’ll get to speak to hundreds of people and they HAVE to listen to me.”Â
What clubs are you involved in? “I’m part of the Serbia Fellowship Experience, which sends about 30 students each May to Serbia. I’m also a teaching assistant for Honors Moral Forum, and a volunteer debate coach.”Â
What is your favorite part about being an RA? “Getting to be a resource for residents. From noise complaints to academic struggles, I really pride myself on being someone who people feel comfortable talking to.”
Who is your celebrity crush? “Dr. Judy Bonner.”
Describe your dream 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!”
What is your favorite part about Alabama? “Buffalo Phil’s. I’m committed to give them every cent of my dining dollars until I graduate.”Â
What do you think is your best quality? “I’m pretty good at drinking coffee.”Â