I had the oppurtunity to feature sophomore Sonia Singh. Not only is she a straight-A student, but she also represents a multi-cultural background. Sonia struck my interest because she has such a fun-loving personality. It was fascinating to learn more about her life and family.

The Wrangler: Do you speak Spanish fluently?

SS: Yes.

The Wrangler: How did you learn Spanish? Your mom, your dad…?

SS: My mom taught me. She would speak to me in Spanish when I was little.

The Wrangler: Where is your mom from?

SS: My mom is from Mexico. From Oaxaca.

The Wrangler: Do you visit there often?

SS: Yes, we go there every year.

The Wrangler: So, how much of your family still lives there?

SS: Most of my mom’s family is there, some are here, but most are over there.

The Wrangler: I’ve heard that you are in a Bible Bowl, what is that?

SS: It’s a Bible competition for church. You study a book from the Bible and then you go to a competition and they ask us questions and then you get a place.

The Wrangler: How well did you do?

SS: We got second, so I guess that’s pretty good.

The Wrangler: What church do you go to?

SS: I go to Spring Branch, in Houston.

The Wrangler: How long have you been going there?

SS: Five to six years.

The Wrangler: You’re in band, right?

SS: Yes.

The Wrangler: What instument do you play and why do you like band?

SS: I play the flute, and I like band because it’s really fun, and you learn more and have fun experiences.

The Wrangler: Do you have any siblings?

SS: I have two siblings; a younger brother and a younger sister.

The Wrangler: What nationality is your dad?

SS: My dad is from India.

The Wrangler: Do you speak any of his language?

SS: Not fluently, but I know some words.

The Wrangler: Have you ever been to India before?

SS: No.

The Wrangler: Are you ever planning to go to India?

SS: Maybe one day.

The Wrangler: Does your dad’s family still live there?

SS: Yeah, a lot of them.