Ben Marlor ’17

Ben Marlor is the perfect Campus Cutie. This Connecticut native loves fishing, swimming, surfing, snowboarding, lacrosse, and golfing. His adventurous side is definitely something you will want to read about. I had the privilege to sit down with Ben and it wasn’t long before I realized that Bentley is lucky to have such a sweet, genuine, and funny guy like him. Guys like him don’t come around often, so keep reading to find out more about this eye-catching cutie.

Fast Facts:

Her Campus Bentley: Favorite song? 

Ben Marlor: The Remix to Ignition

HCB: Favorite artist/band?

BM: Aer

HCB: Favorite Movie?

BM: Miracle

HCB: Favorite Disney Character?

BM: Sebastian

HCB: Favorite holiday?

BM: Christmas

HCB: Favorite late night snack?

BM: Cheetos

HCB: Favorite chick flick?

BM: Mean Girls

HCB: Celeb crush? (girl and guy crush)

BM: Blake Lively and Justin Timberlake

Inside Details

HCB: So Ben, what is your go to order at Einstein’s?BM: Turkey Club on ciabatta. It’s so good.HCB: I totally agree, it’s definitely my favorite too!

HCB: What is the most recent show you have watched on Netflix?BM: American Horror Story, I’m almost done with the second season!HCB: Yes! I am obsessed! You have to watch this season it’s really good.

HCB: What’s number one on your bucket list?BM: That’s tough. I’d have to say that it’s a tie between heli skiing or skydiving.HCB: Wow, those both sound amazing!BM: Yeah, I definitely have an adventurous side to me!

HCB: Tell me more about your adventurous side, what’s the most adventurous thing you have ever done in your life?BM: I’ve done a lot. I’ve been cliff diving in the islands, shark fishing in Key West, hunting prairie dogs in Wyoming, swimming with turtles and dolphins, rock climbing in Colorado, and ATVing, just to name a few.

HCB: What are three things that you can’t live without?BM: Definitely my family, my favorite pillow, and music.

HCB: If you were an ice cream flavor, what would you be?BM: Vanilla caramel swirl

HCB: What is your biggest pet peeve?

BM: There isn’t much that bothers me, but I guess when people try to start unnecessary drama.

HCB: Have any guilty pleasures?BM: Well it’s not on anymore, but I used to watch Jersey Shore.HCB: Don’t worry I think we’ve all been guilty of that.

HCB: What is your favorite place in the world?

BM: Quonnie, Rhode Island. I’ve been going there since I was little and for generations my family has gone there. I love the beaches and just relaxing in the summer.

HCB: What is your most embarrassing moment?

BM: Well, I don’t get embarrassed too easily, but if I had to say something, my Junior year of high school the field hockey team and football team swapped uniforms. I was on stage in front of the school since I was the captain, and the pin on the skirt came off and the skirt fell down in front of everyone. 

HCB: Any secret talents?BM: Well, not many people know that I’m a pretty good dancer.

Love, Love, Love

HCB: What do you think your best feature is?BM: I think my personality.

HCB: What is your best pick up line?

BM: Are you a beaver? Cuz damn. [Laughs] I’ve never actually used it though.

HCB: What’s your idea of the perfect date?BM: I love just having a chill dinner and then going to the beach after and relaxing under the stars.HCB: I think any girl would be happy with that!

HCB: So, what is the first thing you do to catch a girl’s attention?BM: I will usually give her a nice smile and then go up and talk to her.

HCB: Describe your dream girl.BM: My dream girl is down to earth, confident, funny, laid back and at least a little bit athletic. Also, I love blue eyes.

Relationship Status: Single

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