Secret Santa

“At a range of events over the years, I’ve been asked to dress in various costumes and make appearances. My favorites include Santa Claus, Captain America, and Bob Barker. Once, dressed as Santa, I worked my way through the dining rooms spreading good cheer with students—who were in great moods just before winter break. Not being recognizable, I was able to make comments in Santa’s voice using personal references with students I knew—like which fraternity or sorority they were in, the name of their roommate, which athletic team they were on, or which class they were taking that block—like ‘don’t be late for Professor Tepper’s class Jimmy; you’ll be on the naughty list!’—which just blew their minds and sent them and their friends laughing.”

John Harp

Special Assistant to the President