The homecoming court for 2017 consists of Brian Lanier, Bethany Luck, Jason Fugate, Jazzlyn Briscoe, Rachel Benway, Cody Tudor, Madison Hamernik, Naima Ilmi, Austin Reid and Kristopher Lee.
This year, a committee was put together to choose these select individuals. The process was lengthy with a nomination, a written application, and an interview.
“I would like to do [the selection process] a little earlier,” Christa Serluco, head of the committee, said.
It was difficult for the committee to narrow it down with so many great students, but she feels that the overall outcome is good. The committee received 72 applications, which they had to filter down to 22 for the interview and ultimately turned into the 10-person court.
Name: Brian Lanier
Favorite ice cream flavor: Mocha chip from Graeters
A quote that he lives by: “Ball is life,” from Dwayne Wade
Absolutely cannot live without: My mom/my dog
Why he wanted to apply for the court: Having the opportunity to represent the 2018 class at Capital and walking across the field on game day with my parents would be a lot of fun, as well as a great honor.
What type of cereal would he be and why: I would be Wheaties because champions are put on the cover of the box.
Name: Bethany Luck
Favorite ice cream flavor: Moose tracks
A quote that she lives by: “To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded,” from Ralph Waldo Emerson
Absolutely cannot live without: I cannot live without my family. I am extremely close to my three sisters. Even though we live far away from each other, I feel like we get closer as we grow up. I don’t go more than a day without talking to one of them.
Why she wanted to apply for the court: I was nominated and encouraged by my amazing friends. I have truly found my home at Capital University.
What type of cereal would she be and why: Lucky Charms! Get it?
Name: Jason Fugate
Favorite ice cream flavor: Vanilla bean
A quote that he lives by: “If you don’t stick to our values when they are being tested, they’re not values: they’re hobbies,” from Jon Stewart
Absolutely cannot live without: I will always need my friends and family. Nothing I do would be worth it without them by my side.
Why he wanted to apply for the court: I love Capital and the CapFam. I hope to inspire the future generations at Capital that anyone can make a difference on this campus.
What type of cereal would he be and why: Honey Nut Cheerios because I’m good for the heart.
Name: Jazzlyn Briscoe
Favorite ice cream flavor: Chocolate
A quote that she lives by: “Be humble for you are made of earth, be noble for you are made of stars.”
Absolutely cannot live without: Hugs and people I know that care about me. It’s just something about being around that energy that is just irreplaceable.
Why she wanted to apply for the court: I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to have a chance to represent the community and family that has made me who I am today.
What type of cereal would she be and why: If I were a box of cereal, I would be Honey Nut Cheerios because I’m sweet and good for your heart.
Name: Rachel Benway
Favorite ice cream flavor: Mint chocolate chip- must be green.
A quote that she lives by: “Speak in such a way that others love to listen to you, listen in such a way that others love to speak to you.”
Absolutely cannot live without: My family, best buds, and Camp Mowana
Why she wanted to apply for the court: I loved the idea of sharing my pride for Capital in another way and representing my school with my fellow classmates.
What type of cereal would she be and why: Reese’s Puffs
Name: Cody Tudor
Favorite ice cream flavor: I’m lactose intolerant, but I love a good lemon sorbet.
A quote that he lives by: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel,” by Maya Angelou.
Absolutely cannot live without: Dark chocolate and cherries
Why he wanted to apply for the court: I feel like this school and the people I’ve met here have given a lot to me, and I was excited at the opportunity to represent them on the homecoming court.
What type of cereal would he be and why: Definitely Rice Krispies because I snap, crackle, and pop.
Name: Madison Hamernik
Favorite ice cream flavor: Graeter’s black raspberry chocolate chip (of course!)
A quote that she lives by: “Be all in or get out. There is no halfway.”
Absolutely cannot live without: My puppy, Murphy. He can be a real pain sometimes, but I absolutely couldn’t imagine life without him!
Why she wanted to apply for the court: I wanted the chance to further represent the Capital community, and show how grateful I am for all the amazing opportunities I have been given throughout my time here! Capital taught me persistence, professionalism, and I love of learning that I never thought I would have. I owe all my current achievements to this university, and the incredible staff who were with me along the way. GO CAP FAM!
What type of cereal would she be and why: If I were a box of cereal, I would be Lucky Charms because I like to find the marshmallows in life among the plain old cereal.
Name: Naima Ilmi
Favorite ice cream flavor: Brown butter almond brittle from Jeni’s.
A quote that she lives by: “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward,” from Martin Luther King Jr.
Absolutely cannot live without: My family
Why she wanted to apply for the court: I think it is important to serve as representation for people. Having someone who looks like you or you can identify with is very powerful so I wanted to do my part and serve as that representation.
What type of cereal would she be and why: Cookie Crisp – I think I see things differently than others. Some people say cookies for breakfast is not good for you, but I mean Cookie Crisp made it happen.
Name: Austin Reid
Favorite ice cream flavor: Buckeye blitz from Graeters.
A quote that he lives by: “If you will it, it is no dream,” from Theodor Herzl.
Absolutely cannot live without: Spotify Premium
Why he wanted to apply for the court: I was very happy when I learned I had been nominated for the court, and I am thankful that someone thought to put my name in.
What type of cereal would he be and why: I would be Raisin Bran because I enjoy classics.
Name: Kristopher Lee
Favorite ice cream flavor: Mint chocolate chip
A quote that he lives by: “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength,” Philippians 4:13.
Absolutely cannot live without: The support of my family and friends. God blessed me with great parents, siblings, cousins, and friends, and I couldn’t be more thankful.
Why he wanted to apply for the court: When I walked into the ODI, my sister and a group of her friends greeted me and told me they wanted to put their support behind me.
What type of cereal would he be and why: Oreo cereal because they don’t make it anymore, and eating that is one of my favorite childhood memories.
