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Personal Narrative: Barnard
Growing up in New York City has been one of my biggest blessing. I’ve met with so many different personalities and cultures that I feel more well rounded by default. One thing that I’ve always found lacking in the city is the presence of small stable communities. My elementary school had 800 kids and my high school has over 5000 kids. Barnard offers the best of both worlds for meーa small college community situated in the best city in the world.

I’ve grown up with four sisters and in a family where women always controlled the agenda. Barnard is a place that truly celebrates these aspects I’ve gained from my upbringing because every aspect of the school celebrates the different kinds of women the world has to offer.

I was hesitant to apply

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