Aliehs13
Jan 25, 2014
Undergraduate / Learning from your challenges in life! [6]
Perspective changed/overcoming challenges - entrance essays.
Can you guys tell me what you think of my entrance essays? And any help in grammar is greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!
Tell us about an experience, in school or out, that cause you to change or rethink your perspective. What impact has this had on you? (Max 200 words)
This school year, I volunteered for the International Human Rights Day Student Symposium, an event which explored issues of human rights violations during World War II in Asia. During my free time, I sat in and listened to a presentation about the Nanking Massacre. I was aware of the event, but never thought too much of it. After the presentation was over, I couldn't believe the atrocities committed against the Nanking people. The presentation caused me to rethink my life, from what I can't do, to how I can make a change. The Human Rights Symposium impacted me greatly. I left feeling motivated and hungry for a change. The following week, I began to attend my Global Issues club more frequently and take it more seriously. I wanted to bring awareness of problems are generation is currently facing to educate everyone. This way, we can all do something to make a difference and prevent a repeat of the past. I know the past can't be changed, but I'm determined to make a difference today so those currently suffering in silence around the world will have a better future.
Explain how you responded to a significant challenge that you have encountered and what you learned in the process. (Max 200 words)
"You're up next." These three words give me chills and turn my legs into jelly. I knew what was coming: presenting a speech in front of my peers. As I slowly made my way up to the stand, my legs trembled, I stuttered as I spoke, and soon my face became red. Public speaking was the challenge I couldn't simply win. After continuous failed speeches, I got devastated with myself. I wondered how I could over come this issue. I started practicing in my room. Then the day came: a three minute speech in class. I waited anxiously, I noticed some of my peers were nervous by their body language, something I've never noticed before. I was next. I made my way up as my legs trembled, but this time my stuttering was under control and my face wasn't red. I spoke with more confidence; a huge improvement compared to my first speech. Public speaking was a difficult obstacle to overcome. I have learned to be more confident and that facing my fears is the best way to overcome it which enabled me to grow as an individual.
Perspective changed/overcoming challenges - entrance essays.
Can you guys tell me what you think of my entrance essays? And any help in grammar is greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!
Tell us about an experience, in school or out, that cause you to change or rethink your perspective. What impact has this had on you? (Max 200 words)
This school year, I volunteered for the International Human Rights Day Student Symposium, an event which explored issues of human rights violations during World War II in Asia. During my free time, I sat in and listened to a presentation about the Nanking Massacre. I was aware of the event, but never thought too much of it. After the presentation was over, I couldn't believe the atrocities committed against the Nanking people. The presentation caused me to rethink my life, from what I can't do, to how I can make a change. The Human Rights Symposium impacted me greatly. I left feeling motivated and hungry for a change. The following week, I began to attend my Global Issues club more frequently and take it more seriously. I wanted to bring awareness of problems are generation is currently facing to educate everyone. This way, we can all do something to make a difference and prevent a repeat of the past. I know the past can't be changed, but I'm determined to make a difference today so those currently suffering in silence around the world will have a better future.
Explain how you responded to a significant challenge that you have encountered and what you learned in the process. (Max 200 words)
"You're up next." These three words give me chills and turn my legs into jelly. I knew what was coming: presenting a speech in front of my peers. As I slowly made my way up to the stand, my legs trembled, I stuttered as I spoke, and soon my face became red. Public speaking was the challenge I couldn't simply win. After continuous failed speeches, I got devastated with myself. I wondered how I could over come this issue. I started practicing in my room. Then the day came: a three minute speech in class. I waited anxiously, I noticed some of my peers were nervous by their body language, something I've never noticed before. I was next. I made my way up as my legs trembled, but this time my stuttering was under control and my face wasn't red. I spoke with more confidence; a huge improvement compared to my first speech. Public speaking was a difficult obstacle to overcome. I have learned to be more confident and that facing my fears is the best way to overcome it which enabled me to grow as an individual.