Joe Murphy

Nickname: Random
Hometown: Fenton, MO
Age: As old as I care to be
University: Lindenwood University
Major: Theatre, Speech and Theatre Education
How long I've been working at Lakewood: 6 summers, 3 off-seasons
Sports/Hobbies: Running, writing, reading, theatre, canoeing, camping, hiking, most things outdoors, and looking at shiny things.
My dream job: My dream job is something where I can teach and be outside...kind of like at camp (canoeing should also be involved somehow).
How I chose my nickname: I generally tell people that I am "Random" because I do or say things that are random, and while that is partially true, you will have to wait until CIT to hear the real reason!
The best part about camp/kids: Every part about camp is the best part of camp.
One thing I hope to experience this summer is: This summer, I look forward to seeing my campers push their comfort zones, learn about themselves and each other and experience adventure and discovery in all the things they do.
My favorite food, animal, song, book or movie: My favorite food is pizza (especially the square kind), my favorite animal is the cow (because they say "moo") and I like to read and watch science fiction (nerd altert!).
A quote or phrase that best represents me: "An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered; an inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered."-G.K. Chesterson.
Oh, and one more thing: I have a lot of energy, and I'm willing to share, so get excited for summer 2008! C.I.T-ya later!