“William, you’re up first,” the teacher said excitedly. I was instantly anxious when my ninth-grade English teacher announced I would be the first person presenting…. Read More
College Essay: Overcoming Social Anxiety
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College Essay: Little Sister, My Teacher
I peeked over the incubator at the tiny bundle of cloth and stared at your peaceful, angelic face lying peacefully in it. Beautiful lashes fluttered… Read More
College Essay: Knowing My Grandmother
As I watch my mother spread my grandmother’s ashes around the tree’s roots, I am relieved. She’s always wanted to visit Africa; after 19 years,… Read More
College Essay: Broadcasting Firsts
On Valentine’s Day 2020, I learned I earned the opportunity to host my very own radio broadcast for the first time. My first episode was… Read More
College Essay: Introvert in COVID
The phone rings. Should I pick it up? It’s my friend Kylie. She probably wants to ask me to hang out. So, I give it… Read More
College Essay: Working Toward Varsity
“Varsity is a lot more physical. You have to be willing to push back.” Coach’s words echoed in my head. The varsity girls were fearless… Read More
College Essay: Adapting to Change
I am wrapped warmly in my thin, soft, rainbow blanket looking up at my mother and father in a blurry haze. For the next 15… Read More
College Essay: Examining Environmental Privilege
When I was 14, I had no knowledge of environmental privilege and injustice. I lived in a neighborhood and city where corporations didn’t dump waste… Read More
College Essay: Basketball Bonds
Having a daughter at the age of 19 wasn’t in Nate Lockett’s life plan. My dad’s plan was to go to college, get a degree… Read More
College Essay: Retracing My Roots
Will they still like me? The question resounds in my head when I am 14 years old. Over and over as I wait in the… Read More
College Essay: Books as Refuge
Walking into the hospital at 9 years old and going to see my father, who got in an accident due to his alcoholism, I winced… Read More
College Essay: Appreciating New Viewpoints
A classmate warning me I will go to hell. A boy giving me a 20-minute lesson on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ while we run… Read More
College Essay: My Caretaking Passion
I always despised my family’s expectation I would become a medical professional. The majority of my family is in the medical field, not to mention… Read More
College Essay: Pledge for Better Care
Imagine walking down the street and seeing people throw glances at you like you’re weird or different because of who you are. I am a… Read More
College Essay: Battling Rare Diseases
“Tag, you’re it!” he yells, barely touching my back as I jump onto the gray concrete barrier that separates the playground sand from the rest… Read More
College Essay: Gift of Sight
The clouds in my grandfather’s eyes overtook me, drowning my heart. His gaze was soft and kind, filled with love. With a wide smile he… Read More
