I am applying to the college of arts and sciences in pursuit of a well-rounded education. I do, however, have a great interest in science. My curiosity has led me to seek a career in science and chemistry in particular. I have found it to be a field that is always challenging. The mysteries of the world are so vast; there is always a new problem to solve. I am confident that my curiosity will drive a life-long passion and...

I am personally aware of the excellent reputation of Brown, and the prestigious school it is. Although these advantages certainly appeal to me, it is the reasons behind those advantages that create the foundation for why I want to apply. Prestige is gained only through a rigorous curriculum and an outstanding student body. Atlanta is my home, and the location certainly appeals to me, but the ability to have a small campus feel within a large city gives the school...

Even after thousands of years, many countries are still plagued by their past. My first truly eye-opening academic experience was in 9th grade in Civics and World Geography. In a class project, students had to discover how guns, germs, and steel effected the particular country they were given. Students were asked to examine the effects of the past on the present countries ranging from Papua New Guinea to North America. I received China, but I could not understand how crops...