Speed Friending

Subgroup Size

Pairs

Duration

30 minutes

External Cost

No

Source

This version of the activity was created by Terry Ham, Purdue University, and uses some questions from previous versions. This activity is frequently used but we are unsure of its original creator. NAFSA credits it to Cory Owen.  

Tags:

  1. curiosity
  2. icebreaker
  3. networking
  4. networks

The length needed for the activity is dependent upon the number of learners in the group and the level of questions.

This can be used as a surface get aquainted activity, or as an activity to highlight cultural similarities or difference.