In spite of all my accomplishments at UCLA, I yearned for a reassurance that all my hard work would pay off in the future- in my career and in my self learning. I desired a meaning in my life not measured by class units, grade scales, and paper awards. I wanted something to fall back on besides my parents when all of the quantitative measures no longer speak for me. But I could not even hint at what was missing until I saw a crowd at a meeting for a Christian fellowship on campus...
My eyes were fixated on the screen. It was the only thing illuminating the dark room; there were no windows. A few rays of light could be seen under the door, but they were miniscule. I was conscious of every heart beat, yet my mind was racing. I felt as though the classroom was a prison, and I was trapped watching the closest thing to a horror movie I had ever seen.For the record, I have never actually seen a horror movie; however, this biology movie was pretty close...
Comprehension falters—I don’t know what the word means. The significance of the sentence hinges upon its meaning. The computerized definition is vague. I reach for my Merriam-Webster. Suddenly it all makes sense. I tack on word and definition to the ever- growing list by my desk, and then search synonyms to integrate semantic subtleties into context. Some of these synonyms are new too; my list grows...
I’m cautious as I’m flying downhill on my bicycle through a construction site. My friend in front me turns around and jeers at my restrained speed. I’m not bothered by him, but by the poles and sand bags encasing me to a narrow space of sidewalk. A tire veers, handlebars lose control, and a car swerves from nearly missing my fallen friend. He’s no longer laughing and is trying to regain coordination...
I have grown up as the minority in a minority community. I have been able to live as a Caucasian, but really have learned to understand the perspective of a minority in this day and age’s professional world. I have been subjected to stereotypes, and have been able to understand the effect they have on people. I have been exposed to many different neighborhoods, as well as backgrounds due to the programs that I have been a part of...
I come from a first generation in college family. My parents have never really known how to help my siblings and I with college and scholarship information. However, I have been able to keep focused, dedicated, and determined with my studies. I know my path as much as I possibly can, and know what to do to follow through with it...
My high school is a very unique place. I cannot say that there are many other places like the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences. We are able to attend classes that teach us real and hands-on skills directly involved in the agricultural career sector. Even though these classes don’t straightforwardly appeal to my interests, these skills can also be expounded in many similar careers as well...
Since I was six years old, I have advantageously been able to have older siblings to set such excellent examples for me. It has always been taught to me that it was a priority to think ahead, do what you love, and do as much of it as you can. By eighth grade, I sought out the opportunities available to me and took hold of them. I applied to be a candy striper volunteer at the local hospital the moment I was able to...
While attending University of Pennsylvania, I intend on being a part of the Dual Degree program to earn both a Bachelors of Arts and a Bachelors of Science through the Life Sciences and Management program. Through this educational plan I will be to enjoy taking classes in both the Wharton School and the College of Arts and Sciences...
If you asked the people that I attended grammar school with, it would probably be just about unanimous that they would believe me to be very immovable. I happened to be a very stubborn and controlling student. I liked things to be my way, and, quite frankly, believed they were better that way.
If you asked my family, they would tell you that I’ve grown. They remember me as being that whiny little girl who didn’t get what she wanted and would throw a fit about it...
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