College is the time that you meet a lot of different people: your best friends, the mentors/professors who will change your life (and career) for better or for worse, your soulmate and your bridesmaids. In addition to meeting many different people, you'll interact with many different types of people. For all my college-aged ladies out here, you meet (or are going to meet in the coming year or so) many different types of boys. The one who puts himself at the center of everyone's attention, the playboy, the sweetheart, the southern gentleman, the cocky one and much more. Everyone out there is different and college is the fastest way to meet people from different backgrounds/cultures and to meet those who have different personalities. What better group of men to illustrate these various types of men you interact with than the men of this season of "The Bachelorette?" Buckle in and get ready to take some notes ladies - this one is for you.
1. The guy who constantly needs to be the center of attention
This type of boy will always be the life of the party, the loudest person in the conversation and the one person who may do the craziest things to stand out. This guy may be the one jumping off random objects, trying to outdrink everyone at the party, saying the oddest catchphrase and talking about himself constantly. For Lucas, his signature "WHABOOOM" certainly makes his personality stand-out amongst the rest of the men, and sometimes it can be a little too much. Sure, we like a guy who isn't afraid to be himself, but there's a line that shouldn't be crossed. Also, sometimes needing to be the center of attention can be a little overwhelming and can be a bad thing.
2. The southern gentleman
The southern gentleman is usually the boy who rolls up to class is jeans, cowboy boots (or work boots) with dirt on them and a worn out hat of some kind. He is the one who will hold the door for you, drives a truck and is the definition of southern hospitality. Whether or not Southern guys are your "thing" or not, it's nice to feel respected and honored by a guy. Even something as simple as them saying thank you, holding the door for you or hearing their southern accent can be the best thing. Lee from "The Bachelorette" is the true definition of a southern gentleman.
3. The playboy
This is the one type of boy that every girl tries her hardest to avoid - both in college and throughout the of her life. The playboy, which after last week's episode of "The Bachelorette" is clearly DeMario. This boy is the one who says he loves you, wants to be with you more than anything and says will do anything for you, but he has two or three (or more) other girls on the side. You can easily be played by them, but know to stand your ground girl and know your worth. Boys like this can be tempting, but in the end, they leave you heartbroken and betrayed. DeMario come on the show saying how Rachel was going to be his wife, but he had a sidechick. Be like Rachel in this scenario and say buh-bye to the playboy.
4. The nice guy
Nice guys do exist - I promise you. These are the guys who will make any situation fun, will be there for you, will respect you and care for you and will always be there to help you - no matter the circumstances. Whether you are dating this person or are just friends with this type of boy, the nice guy is one of the boys to keep around. College is the more fun with them by your side, and every adventure is better with them there. Have a doggy pool party coming up? Grab this guy and your best paw friend, and you'll be in for a treat. Much like Peter and Rachel's one-on-one date this past week.
5. The overly-confident guy
This guy has the slickest moves and lines to use on you, and he thinks that he can get any woman that he wants. No matter how many times you may try to divert this guys attention (and feelings) away from you, he always seems to come back for more. You're the end goal and he enjoys the game of trying to win you over. He's very confident and often thinks he's all that and a bag of chips. Josiah is a good example of this (along with DeMario) on this season of "The Bachelorette." He came out of the limo throwing slick lines at Rachel and he thought he was going to be the one to get the first impression rose. Surprise, he didn't.
6. The goofball
I don't know about the rest of you, but the goofball type of guy is one of my favorites. Their personality always has you smiling and laughing. They are weird and they are comfortable in their own skin. The are funny, cute, hilarious and are the oddball of the group, but in the best way possible. Jonathan, the tickle monster of season 13 of "The Bachelorette," is the goofball of all the men on the show. Rachel likes a guy who can make her laugh, and Jonathan can be just that. Along with the nice guy you encounter, the goofball is another boy to keep in your circle either as a friend or a boyfriend.
7. The boy to take home to dad
Instead of the "girl to take home to mom," we have the "boy to take home to dad." He's the boy that may be a little shy, but is a sweetheart and big teddy bear all at the same time. He's respectful and he makes sure your happiness is above his own. He is the kind of guy that your father dreams of for you, and your dad will know how much he cares about you by the way he treats you. Dean is the boy to take home to dad on the show, and I hope Rachel does end up bringing him home to her dad because I'm sure her dad would love him.
8. The bad boy with a big heart
Enter Kenny - the professional wrestler who can clearly defend himself (and his girl), but who also has a big heart. The bad boy with a big heart is the one who will defend you and will fight any other man who disrespects you. He is the one who is super tough, protective, slightly intimating (and maybe even scary), but who also has one of biggest hearts. While he is tough and strong, he is super romantic and will be your ride or die. Kenny is the perfect example of this type of guy you may encounter, and his big heart shows in his love for his daughter.
9. The pretty boy
The pretty boy probably dresses better than you in that he is always trying to look his best. He spends just as long as you to get ready and he is the best shopping partner. He's probably obsessed with men's fashion and has a lot of clothes and shoes. Caring about how you look is semi-important and is a sign that you are always trying to present the best version of yourself. This boy will always be looking on point and he is probably a good point of reference for whether or not you should buy something or not. Diggy is always looking his best, and his passion is for fashion. Out of all the men this season, he's probably the most fashionable.
10. The boy who is always looking for a fight
A fighter is the best way to sum up this type of boy. He's already ready to throw some hands and start some drama no matter what. Blake is definitely this type of guy as his current mission is not to win Rachel's heart, but to destroy Lucas. He has called him out already and addressed his concerns to Rachel, but only time will tell if he physically goes after Lucas. This type of boy is the girl version of the drama queen.
11. The foreign hottie
College campuses are beehives for many guys who come from foreign backgrounds, which means they may be able to speak multiple languages. I feel like girls thrive on foreign accents and languages, and Byran speaking in Spanish to Rachel......phew. Nothing hotter than that! In addition, this type of boy can expand your horizons by introducing you to a different culture, way of thinking, diet and experience overall. This type of guy can transport you with a different language, and though you may not know what he's saying, the different language is like music to your ears.