Being a religious Jew since birth, I feel that it is a topic that I can passionately write about. However, I know that writing about religion can very well be a controversial topic or a typically avoided topic. I would not be writing about the concept or general overview of religion or anything involving taking sides though, I would be writing about how my religious life has affected me throughout my life. If anyone has any ideas or advice as to how I could incorporate religion into my essay I would greatly appreciate it. Thank You.
2007-08-21 16:59:19 · 4 answers · asked by sej90 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I think you have the right idea.
Just make sure it relates to a core characteristic that is relevant to the information the college needs about the type of person you are. Colleges don't need "so, this is what I do with my free time" type of stuff. They need "this is a unique aspect of myself that has inspired me to...."
Anything involving a true struggle or epiphany or otherwise very important moment or period is important. Having your own hobbies and beliefs is important to you, but not to them. HOW your hobbies and beliefs have contributed to your vision of your future is what they need to see.
2007-08-21 17:27:04 · answer #1 · answered by Buying is Voting 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there a word limit to the Wellesley essay? If no, I'd expand this essay a bit, and rework the intro a bit, since it's a bit of an abrupt start and an abrupt conclusion. It leaves one wondering what happened after your mother disowned you. Like, you've explained why you disavowed what your mother said, but not why you adopted the thoughts you did adopt. You show mostly that you're a rebel, but what I think they are most interested in is what you think, not so much that you are a rebel. Why become a feminist and cultural rebel, and how? You realized your thoughts have value, but then why did you adopt those thoughts? You'll probably want to work into the essay the things you mention at the bottom about taking the most difficult classes and being pres. of the philosophy club, and what sorts of things you volunteer for. (No need to mention SATs, though, in your essay, since they know that already).
2016-05-19 05:18:29 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tie it to who you really are- what are your best qualities and how do they relate to what you want to do in life?
Example- the nyc blackout- Jewish people were lined up by the bridge with water. it wasn't just for their own people- the chinese, latinos, blacks, whites, etc. were welcome to drink. There was a poor Chinese lady who was just totally drained, and because of their hard work and organization she was able to get some badly needed water.
This is an example of how some people are driven by their religion- kindness, community feeling, organization, a need to help those less fortunate, management skills. Any of these are valuable to a college. I am not Jewish, but was floored by how they held it down.
What has judiasm done for you and what can you give back? may be some questions to ask in writing a personal essay.
Be genuine, it sounds like you are on the right track.
2007-08-21 18:04:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you answered your own question when you said you'd write about how your religion has affected your life. Religion shapes many of us who believe in something outside of ourselves and I think the key here is sharing. I think you should use it to help define who you are to them . They like to get a feel for the type of person (character) that's going to represent their school and if your religion has made you an upstanding person, then say so, especially if you're passionate about it. Just be careful about preaching to them.
2007-08-21 17:48:52 · answer #4 · answered by Jeffy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋