Assignment 2: 'Cause you got Personality... Creativity Sample

For this assignment, you must first locate a recent 4 x 6 photograph of yourself (find a photo of just you, or cut other people out if necessary). Look for a photo that you feel truly resembles the way you look at this point in your life; hopefully it is one you actually like! If what you are doing (i.e., playing a favorite sport) or where you are (i.e., a recent vacation spot) in the picture tells us something about you, that’s a plus!

Then, find a full sheet of construction paper, scrapbook paper (12x12) or something similar (no white computer paper and definitely NOT notebook paper). Mount your photograph securely to this paper, and underneath, write your first and last name neatly, in capital letters, and using a thick, bold marker. These will become classroom decorations, and we want everyone to see your name.

Most importantly: you must decorate your “Picture Card”! Not only should you make it as attractive and interesting as possible, but you should attempt to use items that are unique and that represent important areas of your life. For example, if you love the color red and really like to surf, I hope I’d be able to get that from looking at your card! Students in the past have done a knock-out job on this assignment, using 3-D items or other items I’d never have expected: maybe you can do better! It will be affixed to the cinderblock wall, so PLEASE be sure it is not too heavy to hang up.

This assignment is due at the very beginning of class on Thursday - you don't get time to finish it in class - and you will be required to present it to the class.

Assignment 1: 'Cause you got Personality... Writing Sample

Determine your enneagram.

Ennea-what? What is that?
From one point of view, the Enneagram can be seen as a set of nine distinct personality types, with each number on the Enneagram denoting one type. It is common to find a little of yourself in all nine of the types, although one of them should stand out as being closest to yourself. This is your basic personality type.


Listed below are nine personality types that create a personality circle called an enneagram. “The enneagram characterizes the thoughts we think all day…it portrays our biggest problem in life and our greatest gift -- and remarkably they are the same. The fundamental premise of the enneagram is that each of us has one dominant (not exclusive) energy that drives us in everything we do.” (Enneagram Central).

Nine Personality Types
1. The Perfectionist (Critic)
2. The Giver (Helper)
3. The Performer
4. The Romantic (Individualist)
5. The Observer
6. The Devil’s Advocate (Loyalist)
7. The Epicure (Enthusiast)
8. The Boss (Challenger)
9. The Mediator (Peacemaker)

Click on the following Personality Test link (on the right, under Resources) and take the personality test. See what style fits you. You can disagree with it. You should also browse through the other styles to see what fits you best (based on your experiences).

Most of us are combinations of multiple personality traits, but we often have a dominant one; start with the traits you think you identify with most, and jot down examples until you note one type you favor more than the others. Please focus on one dominant trait only, as this will help with paper development.

Write an essay that discusses you and your personality. Include your strengths and weaknesses as this personality type, as well as specific examples of how you fit this type. DO NOT write an essay that just describes the personality type! Write about YOU!! Your completed composition should be an example of your best writing (show me what you can do), including organization, content, style and grammar and should be about 250-350 words (one -two pages). Typing your paper is not essential, but is preferable. Let’s see what you can do!

Due: Wednesday, August 10 (Your FIRST deadline)