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What Bobcats Look for in a Commons Crush

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Bates chapter.

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.