University of North Texas 
Israel Odebiyi
Peer Mentor
Peer Mentor
Hometown:
Ogun State, Nigeria.
Ogun State, Nigeria.
High School:
Ranchview High School, Texas.
Ranchview High School, Texas.
Major:
Bachelor in Business.
Bachelor in Business.
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
A bank manager.
What career are you working toward?
Business Manager.
When you were in high school, how did you choose your career path?
I've been informed I'll be able to manage and take control while assisting others in working as a team.
Who inspires you?
My brother and my mother.
What three traits best describe you?
Hardworking, Ambitious, Compassionate.
What are your skills or talents that most people don't know about?
Most people are unaware of my drawing abilities.
What's your favorite place in the world?
My hometown.
If you could visit any place you've never been, where would you go?
France and South Africa.
What do you enjoy when you're not working or studying?
Playing soccer and musical instruments like piano, trumpet, and drum sets.
What are your favorite books and/or movies?
My favorite movie is HomeAlone.
Who is your favorite musician/band?
My favorite musician is Burnaboy.
What is your favorite meal?
African jollof rice.
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