This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UIC chapter.
Basic Info:
Name: Onyeka Olivia Umeadi
Year: Junior
Major: Biological Sciences
Heritage: Nigerian
Hometown: Bensenville, IL
Campus Life:
Local or Commute: I live on campus, so local
What are you involved with on campus: Collegiate 100 and AAAN events.
What is your favorite thing about UIC? We have such a beautiful view of the skyline!
What is your favorite spot on campus? If you go up the stairs to the third floor of BSB, there are park benches and a beautiful view of the skyline!!
What is one of your best on campus memories? J Cole, at Spark in the Park was everything.
Fun Facts:
List three words to describe yourself: Optimistic, kind, and caring.
Which artists are on your getting ready playlist: J.Cole, Kanye West, Beyoncé, and a bunch of Nigerian artists.
Do you have a hidden talent? I can dance to bachata, cumbia, merengue, and a little duranguense too.
What’s one thing most people do not know about you? Even though it’s what most people know me by, Olivia is actually my middle name.
What is your favorite activity to do for fun? I love listening to music from different parts of the world.
Love Life:
Single or taken: Single
Celebrity crushes? Trevor Noah and Neymar
What is your idea of the perfect date? Thai food, good conversation, and a beautiful view.
Any Valentine’s Day plans this year? Well it’s All-Star weekend so I’ll probably be by a TV.
What quality or trait do you find most attractive? It’s really hard to decide between a genuine smile and a guy that’s really knowledgeable about the world.