The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?

I was born [Name Redacted]. My parents always called me [Name Redacted]. They figured [Name Redacted] was easier to spell and was less confusing. There were already two great [Name Redacted]—my grandf

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Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time.

My mother is German and my father is African American but my sister and I are different. We are a pair of golden-skinned children, with springy black hair and brown eyes. In a word, we would be called

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Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways: problem solving, original and innovative thinking, and artistically, to name a few. Describe how you express your creative side.

Spoken word poetry is my favorite form of personal expression. It is the perfect amalgamation of performance and the humanities. It's a combination of fervorous performance and riveting lyrics, all wr

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Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement?

In fifth grade, I suffered a concussion that took me out of school for two months. Fun days were replaced by "brain rest." I was depressed and isolated with only audiobooks to keep me company through

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What have you done to make your school or your community a better place?

The pandemic was awful. Online schooling and being stuck inside were the worst things for me during my junior year, but I wasn't even experiencing the worst of it. Filled ICUs, unpaid rent and evictio

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Most significant challenge society faces

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Last two summers

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Historical moment or event

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Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family.

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One thing you are looking forward to at Stanford

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Reflect on an idea or experience that makes you excited about learning

As we move to the second year of COVID, our country is grappling with a fundamental question: When do personal freedoms take priority over general welfare? I believe that everyone should get the vacci

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Note to future roommate

Dear Future Roommate, I like to sleep in late. I like anime. These two facts tell you everything you need to know about me. Sleeping in reflects my modestly rebellious personality. Early to bed, ear

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Additional Intellectual Experiences

During the summer of my junior year, I worked as an intern at [Place Redacted]’s Office of Economic and Workforce Development. Our goal was to create a program in which every small business operating

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EC Essay

One of my most important activities is journalism. I write for my school paper, which gives me the chance to connect with and contribute to my high school community. Accurate and relevant information

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Prompt Essay:

I am interested in creative writing and poetry. I believe writing can change the world for the better and I’d like to learn more about how to harness the power of words for social good. My love for wr

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Academic Interest

At USC, I believe there are lots of opportunities and spaces for me to study literature and writing and also to perform and grow with others. USC’s focus on performing arts is unique and it is really

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DLAS Essay

Subbed anime is better than dubbed.  To set the stage: “Subbed” anime is where you read English subtitles but still listen to the original Japanese voice acting. “Dubbed” is the terroristic intrusio

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

I am very excited by the opportunities presented by the size, rigor, and urban setting of Boston University. Throughout my life, I have committed myself to learning and practicing multiple different w

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Response

As we move to the second year of COVID, our country is grappling with a fundamental societal question: When do personal freedoms take priority over general welfare? Even though I believe that everyone

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Why are you interested

Throughout my life, I have committed myself to learning and practicing multiple different writing styles. I have been sharing my voice through small poetry open mics, online seminars, and competitions

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