Upon entry to my bedroom, the first thing you see is an unusual row of stuffed animals above my bed. They are placed individually in the curtain rod, yet packed together so it seems like one entity. While odd for a teenage boy, stuffed animals have become a sort of collection for me. Each one above my bedpost symbolizes an important phase or moment in my life. The first two, facing each other, are a Philadelphia Eagles bear and a...

How will you participate in Penn life/What resources will you use on campus I have always wanted to lead my generation. Having the opportunity to influence the minds of the future thrills me. Fall 2011—my campaign for President of the Class of 2015. With the hearts of the undergraduates inspired, I have the opportunity to bring change for the better. The University of Pennsylvania will witness true leadership as I present to her doorstep a disciplined and worthy generation of...

Visiting schools is especially important, crucial for early decision applicants. After visiting a few...

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