If you’ve ever been to a Fordham tennis match, then you know who Bella Genkina is. Bella kills it at both singles and doubles, but she’s also just as amazing off the court. Just ask one of her friends. From her contributions to the athletics here, to her California-cool personality, Bella is definitely one student that the Fordham community is going to miss after this May’s graduation. If you don’t believe us, read her interview for proof.
Where are you from? Born in Brooklyn raised in beautiful San Diego.
What year are you? Sadly, a senior.
What is your major? Finance
What hobbies do you have? I like to finish books at bookstores without having to pay for them.
How did you decide to come to Fordham? I got recruited by the tennis coach, came to visit and fell in love.
Do you have any tips for students who are trying to balance schoolwork, extracurriculars, and other obligations like internships? Work hard play hard. Do well in school but also enjoy having a social life.
What’s your favorite thing about New York? There’s always something to do.
What’s on your NYC bucket list? Try every trendy brunch spot.
Do you have a favorite Fordham memory? Keeping tally marks with my roommate freshman year on how many times we would trip on campus.
What’s your favorite class you’ve taken at Fordham? Theology, because of Father Denniston.
Where’s your favorite spot on campus? Eddies in the spring.
If you could give one piece of advice to a Fordham collegiette, what would it be? Set the world on fire!
What’s your dream job? Growing up I wanted to be a high school math teacher, now my dream job is anyone that will hire me.
What do you think the best part of a Jesuit education is? Sense of community
What’s your favorite thing about being a student athlete? I do it for the meal swipes. And having 7 other sisters.
If you could relive one year at Fordham which would it be and why? Freshman year and making new friends.
Who is your favorite professor at Fordham? Dilorenzo is awesome.
What’s one thing everyone would be surprised to learn about you? I don’t brush my hair.
Pick one!
Bronx Zoo or Botanical Gardens? Botanical Gardens, I see enough animals on campus.
Arthur Ave or Fordham Road? Arthur Ave, but Fordham Road for butt boosting jeans.
Cafeteria or Grille? Caf eats my time away.
RamVan or Subway? Ramvan except for when you get backseat.
Met or MoMA? MoMA
Hot Dog or Bagel? Bagels
Broadway or Off-Broadway? Broadway
Radio City or Madison Square Garden? MSG
Central Park or Brooklyn Bridge? Central Park