Sugar Grove resident Alex Beck, 21, was working at the front desk of Hickory Knolls Discovery Center in St. Charles when he answered questions for the Kane County Chronicle's Ashley Sloboda.
Where did you grow up? Sugar Grove.
As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be a comedian because I grew up watching "Seinfeld."
What is a TV show you'd recommend? "Rick and Morty." It is a bit like "South Park" meets "Doctor Who."
Who would play you in the movie of your life? Michael Cera.
What was your first job? In Batavia, I entered reports into a computer. It was an office job.
What's your favorite ice cream flavor? Classic vanilla.
What's your favorite local restaurant? I really like Tusk in Batavia.
Do you have a favorite summer activity? I like to go camping.
Do you have a favorite vacation spot? I prefer vacations without a goal, avoiding the hustle and bustle. I don't need a structured set of activities.
Do you have any pets? We have a dog named Jemima – she's a Chinese crested powderpuff – and a parakeet named Goldfish.
What is an interesting factoid about yourself? I have never had a microwave in my house.