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A women's college - Barnard Writing Supplement: How and Why?


Lillie 2 / 11  
Jan 1, 2014   #1
A. How did you first learn about Barnard College and what factors have influenced your decision to apply? Why do you think the College would be a good match for you? (250 word limit)

I first learned about Barnard College over a year ago through a college website. I had only glanced at and skimmed through Barnard's stats but nonetheless I requested information. I remember how excited I was when it arrived in the mail. "My first piece of college information!" I exclaimed. I opened to the first page of a teeny-tiny book and began to read, "Here, the buildings buzz with the energy of some 2,400 gifted, ambitious young women enjoying the challenges of a..." I stopped reading. "Wait, young women?" I laughed. "Oh my, this is a women's college? I don't want to go here!" . The whole idea of a women's college seemed undesirable. Despite my distaste, I flipped through the book. Soon, my distaste turned to infatuation.

I knew I wanted to apply when the pictures of the campus reminded me of my hometown and high school. With intelligent students from all over the world, engaged professors and rigorous curriculum, I'll feel right at home. When I received the Bold, Black and Biodegradable Barnard book this past summer I knew Barnard was perfect for me.

If I could talk to my old self I would say, "A liberal arts education at a college that has graduated some of the most influential women of the 20th century is perfect for you. A chance to study at an institution that gave women the chance to succeed when all the doors were closed is an honor. Push your doubts aside. Head to Barnard."
OP Lillie 2 / 11  
Jan 1, 2014   #2
The essay is supposed to sound like I wasn't interested at first but my mind changed. I know I'm not very good at making my essays flow. There should look like there is a change in heart.
OP Lillie 2 / 11  
Jan 1, 2014   #3
I wrote about it being a women's college, it reminded me of home, it has some of the smartest people in the world, caring professors, and rigorous curriculum. Can someone tell how I can build on this? I only have 250 words to convey so much. I don't know how to make it concise and make sense.
lilly1218 5 / 16 3  
Jan 1, 2014   #4
Is there a specific program you want to go into?
Are there any student-run organizations that are intriguing to you? that you can participate/take leadership roles in?

btw we have similar names! :) good luck!
OP Lillie 2 / 11  
Jan 1, 2014   #5
Lol they are! Thank you that helps a lot. I can see the areas where I can make things a little more specific by adding a student-run organization. Thank you again! Also, do you know how I can make it a little more obvious that I had a change of heart?
lilly1218 5 / 16 3  
Jan 1, 2014   #6
Also, do you know how I can make it a little more obvious that I had a change of heart?

You could say something along the lines of:

I found myself perusing every detail of the booklet, even the (fill in the blank for something unique to the school - like famous restaurant there or something)

I began to imagine myself there in the heart of the institution, talking to (blank)...

Others should have more suggestions!
OP Lillie 2 / 11  
Jan 1, 2014   #7
Awesome! I love the first one! And just a quick question since I'm new here, if I edited my writing supplement do I make a new post or just comment?
lilly1218 5 / 16 3  
Jan 1, 2014   #8
comment! I'm pretty new too... (procrastination all the wayyy)
OP Lillie 2 / 11  
Jan 1, 2014   #9
Thank you so much. I could have never done this without you! 1 down, 3 to go. Thank you!


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