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What Bobcats Look for in a Commons Crush

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Olivia Fried Student Contributor, Bates College
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Jane Spardel Student Contributor, Bates College
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Bates chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

One of the most important aspects of life at Bates definitely has to be having a Commons Crush. That mysterious, beautiful stranger (that just so happens to eat meals on the same schedule as you do) has a unique way of brightening your day. We asked 15 Batesies what they look for when picking a Commons Crush. Here’s what they said:

 

“Generally tall guys with short hair, sometimes facial hair, but not an overwhelming amount of facial hair, though still a sufficient amount. But it’s is not a requirement.” –Lilly

 

“I always look at someone’s smile first. Then their eyebrows. Sometimes both at the same time, sometimes the eyebrows first.” – Jenna

 

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“I look for a man with the same hairstyle as me.  And by that, I mean a half bun.” – Daisy

 

“I typically notice teeth first. I like big teeth and a full smile. Also, the bigger the teeth the bigger the food that gets stuck in them.” – Olivia

 

“A pulse. “ – Johnny

 

“I always look for a girl with worse vision than me. Then I steal her glasses.” – Oliver  

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“Nothing like a girl with a nice tray.” –  Zach

 

“I don’t look for people that are my type; I just eliminate those who aren’t.” – Josh

 

“Some things you just can’t explain.” – Ian

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“She has blue eyes, but she also looks like a person that is genuinely nice.  She also smiled at me once so I am basically in.” – Jullian

 

“I look for someone with a good booty, nice eyes, long wild hair. Has to be wearing flip-flops.” – Shelby  

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“Long hair, tight pants. If his hands are covered in blood that’s always good.” – Sarah

 

“Not mean looking, I don’t want someone that walks around snarky all the time. I like someone who looks like she enjoys life.”- Andrew

 

“I look for someone with uneven facial hair, t-shirts with puns, open-toed shoes, and raw passion for learning.” – Sam

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“Someone who looks clean but like semi-outdoorsy. Like verging on hippie but very well-washed.” – Claudia

 

Olivia is freshman at Bates College, originally from Cleveland, Ohio. Her interests include: fantasizing about what it would be like to not be from Cleveland, Ohio.
Jane is a senior at Bates College, majoring in English and minoring in History. Outside of class, she dances ballet and practices yoga, religiously listens to Dave Matthews Band, and is a firm believer that dark chocolate acts as a well-rounded meal.