Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others. (Max 650 words)

Adepeju. Whenever that word was uttered, my eyes scrutinized my surroundings to ensure that perfection was evident in the very space I occupied. Adepeju. Whenever that word was uttered, my ears perked

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Swarthmore students’ worldviews are often forged by their prior experiences and exposure to ideas and values. Our students are often mentored, supported, and developed by their immediate context—in their neighborhoods, communities of faith, families, and classrooms. Reflect on what elements of your home, school, or community have shaped you or positively impacted you. How have you grown or changed because of the influence of your community? (150-250 words)

During my freshman and sophomore year, I volunteered for the Hillside Food Outreach which entailed joining a member of my church on an hour-long journey to Connecticut. Under the Hillside Food Outreac

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What about being a student at Boston University most excites you? (250 words)

I define excitement as a blended puree of thrills and passion. My interest in cardiothoracic surgery has been kept alive through the involvement I’ve had in various programs such as the Columbia Scien

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A hallmark of the Columbia experience is being able to learn and live in a community with a wide range of perspectives. How do you or would you learn from and contribute to diverse, collaborative communities? (200 words or fewer)

A hand. Perhaps a helping hand to a student struggling with the proper word usage in an English assignment or a helping hand in a community kitchen with a student interested in Nigerian cuisine. A hel

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