The pale light from outside filters through the wall of windows at one end of the room, and I can see students passing by in the corridor through the glass wall at the other end. Most of them are on their phones, but a few of them peer in with curiosity to see what on earth is going on in the horticulture room, the sunniest room in the school. The students looking in see a frantically moving small blonde figure in an over-sized lab coat, possibly holding a mouse or two...
Leadership and initiative: the pinnacle of characteristics to possess to be prosperous and successful. In the past, I had allowed outside forces to influence my actions. Starting in high school, however, I began to take further initiative in my life and I started to pursue leadership opportunities...
Of all the characteristics mentioned in the essay question, global awareness appeals most to me. This past summer I had a life changing experience that opened my eyes to global awareness in such a profound way. I now see the world differently, and feel a greater connection to all people across the world and a sense of caring that I did not feel previously...
My curiosity of computers developed during the summer of seventh grade when I started learning C programming and was challenged by my dad to create a program for calculating the square root of any number. At first the problem seemed rather straightforward, yet I was quickly stumped as I could not design an efficient algorithm for solving the puzzle. I then prodded my dad for assistance, but his only response was “Keep trying, if I spoon-feed the solution, you will not have the joy of solving the problem on your own.”..
“Please return to the DMV.” Hearing those words, spoken so calmly, felt like being blindsided in a busy intersection. I knew what they meant-- not only had I failed my driver’s test, I had failed it for the second time. And this time, it was painfully clear that there was no one to blame but myself...
Before coming to America, I planned to become a pharmacist; however, my plans changed significantly when my father was diagnosed with Hepatitis C. In my country, herbal remedies are all too often used in place of Western medicine, which are avoided because of their cost, side effects, and length of treatment. It occurred to me that if Western medicines worked more efficiently, people would be more open to using them...
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