Getting to know all about you

I receive a weekly newsletter from Michael Kerr, a professional workplace humourist. (Notably not a corporate jester, as I've learned others in this field call themselves.) In last week's issue he suggested a fun workplace exercise: getting to know you. I think this would be a great ice breaker for adult education classes (although I'd adapt it for time concerns) and also for upper undergrad seminars (where trust and openness may be important).

And so, as with other tasks I'd make students do, I have done this exercise myself and have elected to inflict it on you.

3 nicknames you've had

Meghan Mauve Muffin, Lester, Doc

3 jobs you've held

Counter staff at a bakery, pizza maker, executive assistant

3 places you've traveled

Edinburgh, Newfoundland, Ohio

3 of your favorite movies

Sophie's Choice, French Kiss, Hannah and Her Sisters

3 of your favorite foods

Pizza (despite the job above), croustille au fromage, raspberries

If you do this exercise too, please let me know!