Name: Eric Barreau
Hometown: Portage, WI
Class Standing: Senior
Major/Minor: Psychology and the CLS program option minor, pre-PT
Relationship status: Single, if you talk to me I might pass out unless I have my inhaler on hand. You might literally take my breath away.
What campus and/or community activities are you involved with? I’m the Psi Chi secretary and I’m in Psych Club.
What is your favorite thing about La Crosse? I love how progressive and forward thinking our campus is as well as the solidarity shown on campus. We all come together to stand up for UWL values.
Biggest pet peeve: People who pass on ordering food and then eat others’ food.
Who’s your biggest role model and inspiration? Dr. Sam Harris who is an author, American philosopher, and neuroscientist.
Describe an ideal date: Food would be involved for sure, and probably going for a walk and/or run, and getting ice cream. Or coffee for a first date is nice.
Describe yourself in three words: Feminist, pretty, and ambitious
Favorite food: Chocolate chip pancakes.
What kind of music do you enjoy listening to? Classic rock, like Tom Petty and the Beatles, and modern pop, like Ed Sheeran and Eric Hutchinson.
Favorite song to dance to at a party: Taylor Swift’s 22
Where are you most likely to be found on a Friday night? I usually go for a run, spend some time with my friends, and head to bed early for a long Saturday of studying.
What are the qualities you find most attractive in a woman? Intelligence, independence, someone who is well-read, active, and witty. Someone who can challenge me.
What is the first quality you notice about a woman? Probably smile.
What’s your go-to pick up line? Do you have any raisins? How about a date?
What is your dream job? Being a health psychologist and working with clients teaching meditation for overall well-being. Also working with people who have disordered eating.
How does it feel to be featured as a campus cutie? It is such an honor. I immediately called my mom when I found out and there’s going to be an article about me in my hometown paper. Also a parade.