Prompts
Academic History:
Here is my personal statement for the University of Washington. I didn't get very fancy with it. Please give advice. I would appreciate it!
To whom it may concern:
I want to start by thanking you for taking the time to consider my statement. My field of study is computer programming. I am inspired to go into the business of programming because it provides a way for me to demonstrate my creativity and my logical abilities. Furthermore, I am excited to take on the challenges of being female in a mostly male oriented field.
Growing up I did not fit into the typical girlish image. I played with dolls with other girls but I also appreciated video games which was commonly considered a boy's domain. My family was on limited income as we survived off of my father's social security disabilities check, but I was able to enjoy games and computers at my friends' houses. I have grown to appreciate the logical nature and artistic value technology has to offer. In my earlier years I taught myself how to type, surf the web, and use programs on the computer. In my later years I went to school and learned how to design simple programs. As a teenager I was given the opportunity to enjoy the more artistic side of computers. Using music programs, I assisted my father in entertaining mentally challenged people at the special dances that were put on for them. My sister who is mentally challenged was our inspiration. My father and I put on holiday dances and brought my sister along so she could meet new friends. The experience was more than merely a service to society. It was a pleasure to watch my sister mingle and dance with other people who were a part of her community.
My educational goal is to become a competent computer programmer by utilizing the tools that school will provide me for my future career. At this point in time I am significantly close to earning an Associate's degree. I plan to attend school full-time and graduate within a little more than two years. I will become certified in computer programming after completing a bachelor's degree and possibly dedicate myself to earn a master's degree. After I graduate and become certified, I will look for work at a smaller company and eventually strive to work for a larger corporation such as Microsoft. My educational history demonstrates that I have a strong desire to work in the computer industry though at times I have encountered serious obstacles.
In 2006 I completed the Fresh Start program for high school students offered at Tacoma Community College with 46 college credits and a "B" average.
My grades at Tacoma Community College reflect that I take college seriously and I have much promise in my educational career. After receiving my diploma, I attended Bates Technical College in 2006-2007 where I pursued a degree in Database Management. I did well in the beginning but after a while I struggled to maintain good attendance and decent grades. Unfortunately at that time I was beginning to struggle with alcohol addiction because I suffered from untreated social anxiety panic attacks. While attending Bates, my grades reflected both when I was not drinking as heavy and when I was drinking daily. In 2008 I transferred to Clover Park Technical College where I excelled for a while. I received "A" and "B" grades and was offered an internship. Using Microsoft Access, I assisted the Clover Park Technical College committee in designing a database that functioned to track articulation agreements between Clover Park and other colleges. The committee was pleased with my work. Again the alcohol problem began to take over and I ended up withdrawing from classes or failing classes, passing only some occasionally. My grades at Clover Park reflect the fact that I am a talented student who has struggled with alcohol addiction. I left Clover Park in Spring of 2009 to receive inpatient treatment.
Currently I am attending outpatient treatment and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. In the near future, I plan to become a volunteer for groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and the Tacoma Area Coalition for Individuals with Disabilities(TACID) so I can help others who suffer from addiction and also help people with mental disabilities. Having a mentally challenged sister and working with her community gave me natural compassion and sensitivity towards people who possess different backgrounds. As a college student who has suffered from alcoholism, I have also taken an interest in researching alcoholism and how it affects different groups of people. Studying Sherman Alexie's poems offered me a more mature understanding of the role of alcoholism on reservations. I firmly believe that I will fit in as a student at the University of Washington because this school will allow me to strengthen and build on what I have already learned about diverse groups of people. I appreciate your consideration for my application.
Academic History:
Here is my personal statement for the University of Washington. I didn't get very fancy with it. Please give advice. I would appreciate it!
To whom it may concern:
I want to start by thanking you for taking the time to consider my statement. My field of study is computer programming. I am inspired to go into the business of programming because it provides a way for me to demonstrate my creativity and my logical abilities. Furthermore, I am excited to take on the challenges of being female in a mostly male oriented field.
Growing up I did not fit into the typical girlish image. I played with dolls with other girls but I also appreciated video games which was commonly considered a boy's domain. My family was on limited income as we survived off of my father's social security disabilities check, but I was able to enjoy games and computers at my friends' houses. I have grown to appreciate the logical nature and artistic value technology has to offer. In my earlier years I taught myself how to type, surf the web, and use programs on the computer. In my later years I went to school and learned how to design simple programs. As a teenager I was given the opportunity to enjoy the more artistic side of computers. Using music programs, I assisted my father in entertaining mentally challenged people at the special dances that were put on for them. My sister who is mentally challenged was our inspiration. My father and I put on holiday dances and brought my sister along so she could meet new friends. The experience was more than merely a service to society. It was a pleasure to watch my sister mingle and dance with other people who were a part of her community.
My educational goal is to become a competent computer programmer by utilizing the tools that school will provide me for my future career. At this point in time I am significantly close to earning an Associate's degree. I plan to attend school full-time and graduate within a little more than two years. I will become certified in computer programming after completing a bachelor's degree and possibly dedicate myself to earn a master's degree. After I graduate and become certified, I will look for work at a smaller company and eventually strive to work for a larger corporation such as Microsoft. My educational history demonstrates that I have a strong desire to work in the computer industry though at times I have encountered serious obstacles.
In 2006 I completed the Fresh Start program for high school students offered at Tacoma Community College with 46 college credits and a "B" average.
My grades at Tacoma Community College reflect that I take college seriously and I have much promise in my educational career. After receiving my diploma, I attended Bates Technical College in 2006-2007 where I pursued a degree in Database Management. I did well in the beginning but after a while I struggled to maintain good attendance and decent grades. Unfortunately at that time I was beginning to struggle with alcohol addiction because I suffered from untreated social anxiety panic attacks. While attending Bates, my grades reflected both when I was not drinking as heavy and when I was drinking daily. In 2008 I transferred to Clover Park Technical College where I excelled for a while. I received "A" and "B" grades and was offered an internship. Using Microsoft Access, I assisted the Clover Park Technical College committee in designing a database that functioned to track articulation agreements between Clover Park and other colleges. The committee was pleased with my work. Again the alcohol problem began to take over and I ended up withdrawing from classes or failing classes, passing only some occasionally. My grades at Clover Park reflect the fact that I am a talented student who has struggled with alcohol addiction. I left Clover Park in Spring of 2009 to receive inpatient treatment.
Currently I am attending outpatient treatment and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. In the near future, I plan to become a volunteer for groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and the Tacoma Area Coalition for Individuals with Disabilities(TACID) so I can help others who suffer from addiction and also help people with mental disabilities. Having a mentally challenged sister and working with her community gave me natural compassion and sensitivity towards people who possess different backgrounds. As a college student who has suffered from alcoholism, I have also taken an interest in researching alcoholism and how it affects different groups of people. Studying Sherman Alexie's poems offered me a more mature understanding of the role of alcoholism on reservations. I firmly believe that I will fit in as a student at the University of Washington because this school will allow me to strengthen and build on what I have already learned about diverse groups of people. I appreciate your consideration for my application.
