U of T Briefly comment on Victoria College's motto:"Studies Pass into Character"

Briefly comment on Victoria College's motto: "Abeunt Studia in Mores-Studies Pass into Character."

I have studied at A-Level Centre for more than two years. Compared with my peers who attended to normal high school, I learned under a different knowledge system and teaching methods. One of the big events this year was that I took the A2 Business test in November while it was usually in June. Although this was an ambitious goal, I felt prepared to take on this challenge. This was because I read through the extension topics when I studied the core subject and only needed to revise them in the two months left. During previous learning, I was encouraged to think further, to do extra reading and to draw up my own study plans. Just as the motto 'Studies Pass into Character', I become more curious about things out of classes; I am accustomed to plan ahead and to be well-organized; I am willing to take risks and looking forward to start a new life in Victoria College.

Hi there!

Is there a limit on this short essay? I'd love to see a specific example to show how your studies did really translate to your character or other areas of your life ('taking risks'). It could be brief--but this would definitely help to better substantiate your claim and target the prompt.

Also, be careful with the phrase 'normal high school,' 'normal' is a sensitive and problematic word these days! :) If your high school curriculum was atypical--explain how the curriculum was different, and a real departure from what you had previously experienced. This will only help to better speak to your risk-taking abilities!

All best,
Brooke