graydon.mcderm,
UC Berkeley
B.A., Political Science and Government
Activist, Surfer, Singer - I am ready to go out there and make a difference!
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Background
Hometown
Carlsbad , California
GenderMale
EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language
Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken
Spanish
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Waitlisted or Withdrew
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University of California - Berkeley (Berkeley, CA)
Applied for a B.A. in Political Science and Government
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Personal Statement89 WordsCareer aspirations, Challenged a belief, Childhood memory, Leadership experience, One moment that changed you, Study/travel abroad, Volunteer/public interest workEveryday, my gregarious and ambitious personality pushes me to be on the forefront of today’s social and humanitarian issues. I am aware I was raised with many freedoms that most don’t have. With this realization, I have an inclination to speak out against the injustice I see and be the voice for those who weren’t given the same social liberty as me. I dedicate my free time to working with nonprofits and fighting for these causes because...Read more...Supplemental Essay Amusing anecdote262 WordsMy first stage was the window bench in my family’s study. Everyday at age four I would stand on top of it and host a mid-day talk show, aptly named “The Grady Show.” With a collection of skits, songs, and speeches, I would perform my heart out and, most importantly, express my true self. My stage eventually moved from the bench to my entire cul-de-sac, Bienvenida Circle. Its twelve houses, with ten of my best friends, amid endless summer...Read more...Additional Essay Details250 WordsMy first stage was the window bench in my family’s study. Everyday at age four I would stand on top of it and host a mid-day talk show, aptly named “The Grady Show.” With a collection of skits, songs, and speeches, I would perform my heart out and, most importantly, express my true self. My stage eventually moved from the bench to my entire cul-de-sac, Bienvenida Circle. Its twelve houses, with ten of my best friends, amid endless summer...Read more...General Admissions Advice
What might make for a good “Why Us” essay topic at my school12 WordsBe creative and also...Read more...High School Performance
Weighted GPA4.35RankTop 5%
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