The Icebreaker

Right, so I'd like you to all go around the room and tell us your name and something interesting about yourself.

Hi, I'm Shannon and I couldn't get into University this year because of the 'intense competition'.

Which is true.

1) My name really is Shannon
2) I applied to study Medicine and unfortunately haven't gotten myself a place
3) The competition for a course like Medicine is ridiculous.

Which is why I want to start blogging about it - offering bits of advice that I was given, show others how difficult securing a medical place can be and discussing options if things do go a little, well, tits up. 

Obviously I've already applied so I won't be going through that stage for a little while yet... but I'm sure we'll get round to it.

Right, icebreakers done now's the part where everyone 'umm's and 'ahh's for a bit until somebody thinks of something intelligent to say.