Jewish Aggie of the Week Presents
What is your Name?
Zoe Kampf
Where are you from?
Houston, TX
Where did you go to high school?
Bellaire High School
Why did you choose Texas A&M?
Because it’s one of the best universities in the state and close to home!
What is your major and why did you decide to pursue such a degree?
Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences, I’m interested in event planning but also youth development and both are in this major!
What is your favorite book?
The Fault in Our Stars because it’s a great love story
What do you look forward to when coming to Chabad?
Seeing Manya and Rabbi Yossi and the kids, they always give me the best greeting!
What do you love about Jewish life on campus?
I love having other friends that are Jewish and it makes A&M feel more like home.
Why do you think it is important to be involved in Jewish life?
So you can have other Jewish Aggie friends who you relate to on a religious level.
If you had a dream list for Chabad, what would be on it?
Chabad is perfect the way it is ;)
Do you plan on graduating at A&M?
Yes!
Do you have any siblings?
Yes, an older brother, Zack, who’s my best friend!
What is your favorite Jewish food?
Matzah ball soup
What is your favorite food?
Pizza and sushi
What is your favorite Jewish childhood memory?
Getting together with my family for every holiday
What is your favorite Chabad experience until now?
Sinai Scholars, it was a really interesting class and I recommend to every Jewish Aggie!
Have you ever traveled outside of the United States?
No I actually don't even have a passport yet!
Have you ever been to Israel?
No but I am so excited for birthright when the time comes
If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go?
Bora Bora
What is your favorite vacation spot?
Charlevoix, Michigan
How do you enjoy spending your free time?
With friends or watching Netflix
What is at the top of your bucket list?
Bungee jumping and parasailing
If you could start at the university again what would you do differently?
Probably get out there more and meet new people
Do you have any animals?
No but I want a puppy
Did you prefer living on campus or off campus? What would you recommend to freshmen?
Off! I’ve always lived off campus but living on campus seems like a better living situation for freshmen
If you could have one wish for anything in the world what would it be?
For everyone to be happy!
What has been your most thrilling experience in your life?
Going on every rollercoaster I ever have the opportunity to ride
Do you have a message for future A&M students?
Be yourself, everyone is so welcoming
What has been your most enjoyable class?
My RPTS tourism class
If you were able to have one superpower what would it be?
To be invisible
What would enhance Jewish life on campus?
Making it more known to the student body
How did you get involved with Chabad?
My friend Sarah Leisten brought me one day before freshman year and I immediately loved it!
Do you have plans for after graduation?
Hopefully start teaching/event planning