Ben Cochran
Hometown: Hermosillo, Sonara, Mexico
Undergrad Degree: Bible, counseling minor
Graduate Degree: Pastoral Studies
What are your hobbies?
Exercising, watching movies and reading
What was your favorite class in college? Why?
Counseling. It’s very practical and helps me help others and learn more about myself.
What is your favorite college memory?
One of my favorite times with my friends was when we went to Charleston, S.C. We got to walk around in the historic downtown area, go to the beach and just hang out.
Why did you choose BJU?
I knew this was a place where I would have to grow and depend on God more than ever before.
What are your plans after graduation?
Take a road trip all around Mexico, and then eventually stay there as the youth pastor at my church after raising support.
Any advice for incoming students?
Enjoy college! It goes by quickly, and God wants to use every aspect of college to make you the person He wants you to be.
If you could visit one place, where would it be?
New Zealand. Ever since I was little, I have been interested in going. It has so many beautiful places to see.
What type of high school did you graduate from?
Homeschool