On September 20, 2014, a friend told me a secret that had haunted her since she was in the seventh grade. We first met in physics class earlier that month, and developed an immediate connection. As we spent more time together, we became close friends much faster than I had anticipated. I can still vividly remember the moment when she pulled over her car and turned to me unleashing out of nowhere, “Winnie, I have an eating disorder.” Hearing those words, I...

I am drawn to BEO because the concentration offers a unique opportunity for undergraduates to learn essential skills in business with leeway to individualize their studies. I jump at this opportunity because I want to gain a fundamental knowledge of business, but I also desire the freedom to explore the diverse course offerings. BEO will give me a strong background that will prepare me to immerse myself in the real business world. I’ve always wanted to start my own...

When I first stepped foot on campus, I could sense the level of appreciation that the students at Brown have for the opportunities the university provides them. After learning more about life at Brown and talking to students on campus, I felt that both the students and the university value the individuality that each person brings to Brown. The acceptance of differences at Brown fosters growth in individuals and in the community as a whole. I learned that students willingly...

I have lived in two different towns in Massachusetts since I was born. Though seemingly similar, each place I have lived has had a profound impact on my life. My first residence was in Needham in a suburban neighborhood, and I lived there until I was 10 years old. I spent most of my childhood in Needham alongside neighbors of similar ages developing many friendships. In 5th grade, I moved to Dover, the rural town adjacent to Needham, where I still...