Name: Kyle Shanks
Twitter: kjs_90
Major: Environment Studies
Year in school: I’m technically a senior, but I won’t finish my next degree until 2016. I’m a senior because I finished Washburn Spring 2013. Took a year away from school and figured out what I actually wanted to do in life. So here I am at KU.
Hometown: Topeka
Relationship status: Single
Off-campus activities: I’m an outdoors enthusiast, hiking, camping, trail riding on my mountain bike, play a lot of disc golf, I ride my bike everywhere. My favorite thing to do in Lawrence is to ride my bike downtown and take in the awesomely weird and unique music scene.
Describe your perfect first date: It’s all about connection and relating to one. Ideally a perfect date would be an electric interest in on another and we lose track of time because of enthralling conversation. Doesn’t really matter what we are doing, getting coffee, dinner, or just hanging out at South Park or Clinton Lake.
Celebrity crush: Emma Watson
Turn ons: Girls who like the outdoors, hiking and camping especially, Live a healthy active lifestyle Turn Offs: A subjective mindset
What have you been listening to lately? Here recently I’ve been stuck on two songs, “Wide Eye” by Local Natives, and “Tetris” by The Westerners, a local Lawrence band. These songs hit me right in the feels! Also, I religiously listen to my favorite bands, Yonder Mountain String Band and STS9.
What’s your dream job? Farm and Home Management Advisor. Meaning I would travel around the country, and even internationally, to advise and teach the newest, most efficient, and environmentally conscious agriculture and farming techniques. Also assist older agriculture communities that want to merge into eco-conscious and efficient farms. I would get to travel all over the world sharing and participating in knowledge that is culturally revolutionary.
What are some of your best qualities? I’m patient and considerate. I focus on how I interact with other people and how I want to perpetuate kindness and just general good vibes.
Do you have any unique talents? I can make a mean cup of coffee by using the pour-over method
Favorite Lawrence bar? Toss up between Replay, Jazzhaus, and Taproom. I love the music scene at these places
Why did you choose KU? I love everything about KU, the beauty of the campus, the atmosphere, it’s all inspiring. Also KU has the pathway I need to walk to achieve my dream job.
What did you do over the summer? Just stayed in Kansas, playing disk golf, camping, enjoyed the Lawrence night life.
What do you look for in a girl? I look for a girl who inspires and challenges me to be a better person and reach my full potential. I’m inspired by creativity, drive/persistence and a positive attitude.
Tell us about your perfect day: A nice fall Sunday, have coffee, ride a bike to the Roost for breakfast, go back to my house and listen to records and read, then make an awesome Sunday dinner with best friends.
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