Meet the Freshmen: Jasmine and Vanessa
Name: Jasmine Alipio
Nickname: Jaz, Jazzy
Hometown: Westchester, Illinois
Major: Business
Why did you choose to go to Marquette?
I really liked the campus and I wanted to venture out into a new city that wasn't too far from home.
What made you want to join BSO?
I heard about it before coming here but mostly O-fest!
Have you ever been to the Philippines?
Only when I was 3.
Can you speak Tagalog?
A little bit. I can understand it.
Favorite Filipino Food:
Pancit palabok
Fun Fact:
I like to paint on my free time and play the guitar.
Name: Vanessa Diaquino
Nickname: Vane
Hometown: Waukegan, Illinois
Major: Psychology
Why did you choose Marquette? It just felt right when I came to visit the campus. I also really like the atmosphere and everyone is really nice
What made you want to join BSO? I've actually been told that I look Filipino so since I had Filipino friends that were joining the club I decided it would be a fun and interesting thing to try.
Have you ever been to the Philippines? Never. I would like to go one day though.
Can you speak Tagalog? No, but I would love to learn a few words.
Favorite Filipino Food: I don't have one. I've actually never had any type of Filipino food, but I heard it's really good.
Fun Fact: I'm not Filipino :)