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Too On One: Eric Boateng
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Arizona State's Eric Boateng tips in the ball against Oregon State's Marcel Jones and Sean Carter during a game in Corvallis, Ore. March 8, 2008.
The Associated Press
Page Too: You got your degree in global studies. What do you want to do with that?
Eric Boateng: First off, try to make the world a better place. Secondly, the reason why I took it was to gain a full perspective on things. I’m just kind of random. I have interest in many things, environmental issues, poverty, global business. It’s just a fascinating major.
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PT: What languages do you speak?
EB: English. I took Chinese one year in high school and one year in college. And Twi, which is the language in Ghana, where my parents are from.
PT: So do you break out Chinese to impress the girls?
EB: No. Only if they speak Chinese.
PT: You say you want to make the world a better place. Do you have an idea what you want to do post-basketball?
EB: Not really. I’m just learning right now. I really don’t know.
PT: Your parents are from Ghana. You’ve lived in England and the U.S. How does that shape your view of the world?
EB: There is an incredible amount of opportunity in America. My mom used to tell me, “Utilize it.” It’s a special place to be.
Up close and personal
Favorite movie: “Shawshank Redemption”
Favorite TV show: ”Larry King”
Last book you read: ”Fever pitch”
What do you drive: I don’t drive. I walk.
Song you would sing if you were on American Idol: “Thriller” by Michael Jackson
Superstitions: I have none.
Your worst habit: Organized chaos
Your first job: I worked at a shoe shop in England
What would you eat for your last meal: I have no idea.
Best sports movie ever: “Hoosiers”
Person you’d love to switch places with for one day: President Barack Obama
Favorite athlete in another sport: Roger Federer
Favorite city to visit: Verona
One food you refuse to eat: I’ll try anything.
Reality TV show you’d like to be on: “Big Brother”
Favorite fast food restaurant and item: Wendy’s chicken nuggets
Your hero: Nelson Mandela
Your bucket list: I have so many. I could talk forever.
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