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Losing my Mom / Metro soccre / Spirit Week / Social Justice - UBC Business Application


Tasha10 1 / -  
Nov 28, 2013   #1
Any help given is really appreciated!!

Explain how you responded to a significant challenge that you have encountered and what you learned in the process.

One of the biggest challenges I have had to face is losing my mom, who I lost three years ago. The loss changed everything in my life, from my family dynamic to my relationship with my friends. One of the toughest things was trying to be there for my little brother, I felt like I had to become a parent for him and make sure he was always alright. This ordeal made me grow up faster than most, but it also gave me something in return. Through it, I gained independence and a new outlook on life. It taught me to be the best I can be, while I still have the chance and to always be thankful for what I am is given. Complaining about a situation will not change anything, and it certainly will not make anybody feel better. Most importantly, I have learned to live in the moment and never take anything for granted.

Describe your most significant leadership experience. Why do you consider this your most significant role?

My most significant experience as a leader would be my time spent as captain of my metro soccer team. The title comes with several responsibilities from organizing warm-up, motivating my teammates and of course stepping up when needed. One practice, my coach told me he would be unable to make it, so he left me in charge. Though I knew all the girls, it was still a bit intimidating trying to explain the drills. Nonetheless, I took initiative and made sure we had an organized practice. This is significant because it has helped me gain confidence and by making me mentally strong. I know that being captain does not end when I step off the field, I carry it wherever I go making sure I can be a role model for the younger girls on my team at all times.

Describe your most significant group work experience including the role you played and your contributions.

For two years I have been apart of my school's Leadership class. Together we have organized countless activities, helped out our school and raised money for several different organizations. One of our main focuses is community within the school, and to do that we organize Spirit Weeks. We each had our specific roles that must be done in order for the week to succeed. For our last Spirit Week, I was one of the organizers for the event. I put up posters, helped out with activities and generally tried to get the word out. Though these contributions were seemingly small, my work enabled the event to run smoothly and promote school spirit. I took my role seriously and with the help of all the Leadership class we made the event a hit.

Tell us about an experience, in school or out, that caused you to rethink or change your perspective. What impact has this had on you?

This year, my Social Justice class went to We Day, an event aimed to inspire young people to undertake change. There was musical performances, and motivational speakers, including amazing people like Martin Luther King III and Kofi Annan, who told us about the many issues the world still has today. Throughout the event, I was being repeatedly hit by all the problems our generation is facing, from global hunger to a lack of education. Instead of feeling dejected about a possibly very bleak future, I became motivated. It caused me to rethink everything, from what I say, to what career path I may take. The impact was immense. I left with a feeling of purpose knowing that whatever path my career may take me, I know I will want to be able to help others that are less fortunate, in whatever way I am capable. There were youth speakers that were younger than myself, yet they had already helped the world so much. Now I ask myself "If they can do it, why can't you?" If the answer is "yes", than I know there is no real reason that I should not be able to do it either.
ivylaw 3 / 6 1  
Nov 29, 2013   #2
Personally, I thought that your essays were really good and interesting to read. I liked the fact that you made them very personal.

One of the toughest things was trying to be there for my little brother, I f elt like I had to become a parent for him and make sure he was always alright. - I think that you should make this sentence into two. Add a period. Also, always alright sounds very akward.

For two years I have been apart of my school's Leadership class - did you mean apart or a part of ...

I think that you should expand more on your essays, the 250 words maximum is there for a reason :P

Some helpful tips that I found online is that the universities are more interested in knowing what you learned from the experience rather than what that experience is. Showing that you learned from your experiences shows that you are mature....

You should try searching up the essay questions on Google, there are many websites with helpful tips on what to include in your essay.

All of this is said with experience :D

Good luck to the both of us, because I am applying to business this year too!!

Can you please help me edit my essay questions too??


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