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How would you describe yourself? 

I am easy to approach, kind, very self controlled and always ready to help.

Where is your hometown?

Douala, Cameroon

What's the craziest thing on your bucket list?

The craziest thing I have on my bucket list is going skydiving.

Are you a dog or a cat person?

I am a cat person but I would say I love lions better.

What's your favorite part about being a student at Minnesota State University?

What I love the most about being a student at MNSU is the international community that makes me feel surrounded by people that have the same experience as me in the US. The international community also allows me to make connections all over the just by being here, which I think is really cool.

What's your favorite quote?

La vie est belle (French) = Life is beautiful (English).

If you could give one piece of advice to incoming international students, what would it be?

Try to understand how everything work and don't be ashamed to talk to people. Everyone's looking for new friends so be outgoing. Also apply yourself in everything you do, the US is a place where dream is allowed.

What's a difference between Mankato and your home country that surprised you?

The weather is way colder in Mankato than in my home city.