Undergraduate / Motivated you to apply to Rice? Wonderful psychology program that fits my type of learning [4]

What motivated you to apply to Rice University? Please be specific and limit your response to 200 words

I am not only motivated to apply to Rice because of its prestigious rankings, but also for the qualities that allow Rice to shine and rise above all other colleges and universities. I am overly pleased to find out Rice has a wonderful psychology program that fits my type of learning. The programs reassured me Rice will be a perfect fit for me. I was won over when I learned Rice is eager to have diversity. The residential life at Rice helped motivate me to apply. Fitting in Rice University will not be an issue with a unique residential program. At Rice, I know I will have a support system to help me through my academic journey with the office of Academic Advising. Rice has a wide variety of student organizations in which I would love to be apart of. The George R. Brown Forensics society will help me continue my passion for public speaking. The qualities of academics and unique student approach motivated me to apply to Rice University.

Undergraduate / Essay about Stereotyped beliefs on certain race from a Muslim woman perspective. [4]

I really need help polishing this essay. So any input will be helpful!
THANK YOU!! :)

It is not necessary to research, read, or refer to the texts from which these quotations are taken; we are looking for original, personal responses to these short excerpts. Remember that your essay should be personal in nature and not simply an argumentative essay. (250-500 words)

"Stereotyped beliefs have the power to become self-fulfilling prophesies for behavior."
Elizabeth Aries, Professor of Psychology, Amherst College

Stereotyped beliefs do have the power to become self-fulfilling prophesies for behavior if the person who is being stereotyped allows it to happen. My focus is not on the stereotype of men and women, but the stereotype of certain race. I personally have not allowed a stereotyped belief to have self-fulfilling prophecy for my behavior. Being a Muslim woman born and raised in United Arab Emirates, people have the impression that I come from an oppressive, strict, and close-minded background. There impression of me has not prophesied my behavior. I am quite the opposite of the typical impression people aim to those who are Muslim and Arabic. I am willing to learn new concepts, accepting of all people, and have a mind of my own.

Undergraduate / northwestern statement- quench thirst! [3]

I really need help on the grammer aspect as well as anything that seems awkward. Any critique is welcome! Thanks!

Northwestern Statement

What are the unique qualities of Northwestern - and of the specific undergraduate school to which you are applying - that make you want to attend the University? In what ways do you hope to take advantage of the qualities you have identified?

My dream career is straightforward, I want to earn my Ph.D. in psychology become a social psychologist. Social psychology has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. It all started with the question of "why". My questions have ranged from why people commit actions to receive attention, or why stereotypes are represented in the mind. I have already taken initiative towards my career by taking psychology and sociology classes that are provided through my high school. The thirst for learning more about the human mind pushes me to seek out colleges and universities that will quench the thirst.

The undergraduate program of Judd A. and Marjorie Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences is exactly what I need to quench my thirst. The commitment of the faculty and numerous research opportunities in the department of psychology contribute to the originality of the undergraduate program. The availability of the instructors in the social sciences through "Coffee with a Prof" Undergraduate Psychology Association showed me that the faculty truly cares about the welfare of its students. I hope to be apart of the Undergraduate Psychology Association. I was very pleased to find a work study available for undergraduate students. It is a secure way to have hands on research opportunity alongside a professor. I would be thrilled to work alongside Jennifer Richeson as she focuses her research on prejudice and stereotypes.

Not only does Northwestern have undergraduate program that fits my needs, but it also has many unique organizations I would love to participate in. I have taken every chance I got to perform service and leadership through my high school years. I wish to continue the same trend through my college education. I would be honored to be apart the Best Buddies and the Habitat for Humanity program. Helping others in need is a passion of mine and I plan to continue the passion in my higher education.

In the Davis district of Utah diversity is not very common. I am the only Muslim Palestinian in my high school. There is a slim amount of organizations in which I can participate in that I can find people who hold onto the same beliefs as I do. Northwestern is the opposite of Utah in this aspect. The Muslim-cultural Students Association and Northwestern Model Arab League are two of the organizations that I would be thrilled to participate in. These organizations will allow me to seek other intellectuals who share the Islamic faith, interests in politics and debate, as well as participating in community service.

My dreams of studying social psychology will be best fulfilled at Northwestern. It has a well-developed undergraduate program with faculty who cares about its students and willing to provide opportunities for them that are not easily found anywhere else. The unique organizations at Northwestern will allow me to keep a balance of education and enable me to participate in community service and find others that share the same interests I do. With that said, I believe Northwestern has unique qualities will allow me to quench my thirst.

Undergraduate / why swarthmore essay- Quaker backgroung [9]

please anyone's opinions, critiques and grammer corrections will help! Thanks.
Please write a brief statement telling us why you have decided to apply to Swarthmore in particular.

Swarthmore stands out to me the most not only because of its amazing academics, but its strong Quaker background, and close-knit community. With such qualities, I believe I can contribute and fit into Swarthmore most effectively.

I come from Utah where the Latter Day Saints faith plays an important role in the daily lives of many people. I am not LDS, but I share many of their values and morals. A problem I witnessed with Utah's LDS dominance is the community attempts to push the LDS faith on the non-members. Swarthmore, on the other hand, has the Quaker values of truth and equality but does not impose its beliefs on the student body. I see myself at Swarthmore because it has the strong moral background in which will help me pursue a higher education.

The community of Swarthmore is unlike any other. The student body emits radiating vibes of happiness. I believe the happiness is evident in the students because they are accepting of each swattie. Participation in traditional activities such as the chilling race of Crum Regatta, the annual premiere of the Graduate, and insightful cultural show proves to me "clique" factor is not an issue at Swarthmore. I enjoy diversity in the student body, whether it is in the race of the students or the activities they choose to participate in. Swarthmore has the diversity I seek. I would fit in Swarthmore's diversity pool because I am a Palestinian woman who is involved in Debate, Key Club, and Student Government. I hope to continue my Debate career at Swarthmore and join Amos J. Peaslee Debate Society.

At Swarthmore, I plan to study in the humanities and social sciences area. I plan to major in the field of social psychology. The foundations of humanities at Swarthmore would enable me to succeed in my field of study, with the help of its caring professors and its wide range of courses. I plan to participate in the honors program during my junior year for social psychology. Courses such as the prejudice and inter group relations instructed by Etsuko Browne appeal to me the most. The range of these courses will allow me to thrive in an atmosphere that no other institute can match.

With that said, I know I can contribute and fit into Swarthmore effectively because of its strong Quaker background, close-knit community, and strong foundations in humanities.

Undergraduate / why rice social science? eh it seems too typical... [5]

I think my essay is too boring. Any suggestions to spice it up, fix grammer, etc. Anything is appreciated! Thanks :)
With the understanding that the choice of academic school you indicated is not binding, explain why you are applying to that particular school of study?

My dream career is straightforward, I want to earn my Ph.D. in psychology and become a social psychologist. Social psychology has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. It all started with the question of "why?" and my interest to help others solve problems they could not approach on their own. My questions have ranged from why people commit actions to receive attention, or why stereotypes are represented in the mind. I have already taken initiative towards my career by taking psychology and sociology classes that are provided through my high school. The thirst for learning more about the human mind pushes me to seek out colleges and universities that will quench the thirst.

Rice's School of Social Sciences program will quench my thirst for learning. The psychology program at Rice is one that is well-developed and will meet my needs. Programs like Psi Chi will encourage me to dig deeper to advance in the field of psychology. I am thrilled to know the psychology program finds research a key role in its form of learning. The intense research opportunities provided through the Honors Program appeals to me, I hope I will be able to join the Honors Program in my senior year. With that said, I believe Rice will enable me to quench my thirst for a greater education.

Undergraduate / Bowdoin supplement - change the world [5]

Bowdoin is a liberal arts college that is unusually vibrant intellectually. Some students enter Bowdoin with a clear commitment to a particular course of study; others come considering a broader range of academic possibilities while seeking the intellectual path that most excites them. What all students will share is exposure to the breadth and depth the Bowdoin curriculum provides. Describe what you expect your academic journey at Bowdoin to include. (Suggested length 250-500 words.)

I walked into the unknown as I entered my third grade classroom in Nevada Elementary. This is when my academic experience began. Two weeks earlier I had just boarded a plan to San Fernando Valley, California. I was completely and utterly wrong. Students at my new elementary school did not treat me with the welcome I had expected. Isolation was my friend for a period of time because of language barrier.

So much has changed from my first academic experience in the United States. It is no longer an academic experience, but an academic journey.
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Undergraduate / emory essay (psychology field) [3]

this is my final draft! please help me pick out any mistakes that i may have missed! thanks for your help!

The thirst for learning more and a chance to participate in a vast amount of extra curricular activities pushes me to seek out colleges and universities that will quench the thirst.

The field I want to pursue is psychology. The undergraduate program of social science at Emory is exactly what I need to quench my thirst. The commitment of the faculty and numerous research opportunities in the department of psychology contribute to the originality of the undergraduate program.

Not only does Emory have an undergraduate program that fits my needs, but it also has many unique organizations I would love to participate in. I have taken every initiative to perform service and leadership through my high school years. I wish to continue the same trend through my college education. Clearfield high school is the only school in Utah that has adopted Link Crew, an orientation organization for our sophomore class. I enjoy being part of that program and wish to participate in the Peer Assisted Leaders in my second year at Oxford. My appeal for Emory increased when I found out the Barkley Debate team is available. I hope to further my debate career through college and Barkley Debate is a sure way to accomplish my goal. It would be an honor to run for Executive Vice President for Oxford's Student Government Association. Doors of opportunities will be opened because of the undergraduate school of Oxford. Being a two year school will help me seek opportunities that are not accessible to students at other colleges.

In the Davis district of Utah, diversity is not very common. I am the only Muslim Palestinian in my high school. There are a slim amount of organizations I can participate in to find other individuals who hold onto the same beliefs I do. In this aspect Emory is the opposite of Utah. The diversity on campus itself will be a fresh change for me. Programs like M.O.R.E will help me make the transition from high school to college.

Emory has the best means to fulfill my dreams of studying social psychology. It has a well developed undergraduate program with faculty who care about their students. The unique organizations at Emory will allow me to keep a balance of education and enable me to participate in community service while finding others who share the same interests. That is why I choose Emory. It is the water that will quench my thirst.