Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a paragon of diversity in today’s American society. Our university prides itself as a place where virtually any one of any background can receive a superlative education. Every person you interact with on campus has their own special story to tell with a personality that will encapsulate you, making you feel as if you belong here. The positive and embracing aura present on campus is infectious; it instills you with a strong sense of pride in yourself and fellow rams. What is present in our university goes deeper than overpriced textbooks or endless amounts of all-nighters: we are a family and each of us has a duty to promote the wellbeing of ourselves and each other. Students and staff alike make up pillars that…
Sometimes a stern warning is just what you need in order to push you to take a step back and evaluate your next move, especially when it could be a life changing one. In “Alumnus Welcomes New UC Berkeley Students with Stern Warning,” Shouak Bagchi, an alumnus of UC Berkeley, addresses the Berkeley freshmen class of 2017 with appraisal and advice for the future. Bagchi writes to the new students about what attending one of the most prestigious public universities entails. This article is rhetorically persuasive due to the fact that Bagchi is an alumnus of UC Berkeley. He references topics that the students can relate to and he mentions many of the successful alumni of the university.…
Wellesley College, an all-women’s college, is more than a college, it is an idea. These women were leaving with a first class education from a first class school. They thrived in an environment where diversity was embraced. Each woman is at the beginning of a personal expedition to search for their own true colors.…
My parents have always told me I am “special” and “weird” at the same time. My easy understanding of complex medical terms and procedures has always surprised them, as well as my creativity regarding visual arts and my passion for reading. Therefore, after reading about The Brown Curriculum, I was thrilled to be able to take lessons such as the infinity of mathematics and Russia’s escape from Communism. Finally, Brown is the university I am enamoured with; it is my dream to attend this university as it will allow me to grow as a holistic person.…
My love affair with Mount Holyoke began quite innocuously, as many loves do. Exactly two years ago I received some mailings from the college—I originally began liking the school because of my intended major. However, in the last two years, I have found all the more reasons to deepen my adoration of Mount Holyoke College. The liberty of a liberal arts education will not only allow me to focus on my intended major but will also allow me to broaden my horizons to discover new areas of interest. My academic career at Mount Holyoke will be a drastic change from my high school career. Studying at Mount Holyoke College would be similar to discovering new land. I would arrive with purpose: the study of language will be my Plymouth Rock, my joy, but…
A question that every high school senior is familiar with is: “What kind of college is the right fit for you?” I want my school to stand out on a plate of food like my favorite side on my favorite dish: the Arepa.…
College is a chance to pursue higher education; it is a chance to discover new interests and passions—to find yourself. Finding yourself can be achieved through a liberal arts education or through STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). There is a choice of focus coming to college, liberal arts or STEM. State schools, like Montana State, or possibly other institutions require a core curriculum, exposing students to every field. Excellent Sheep written by William Deresiewicz explains the importance of a liberal arts education, how it is a self-cultivation journey, but fails to acknowledge the importance of STEM in self-discovery. Deresiewicz also claims success and happiness are not simultaneously possible in STEM fields. Success and happiness are possible in STEM fields and a liberal arts education can help achieve both.…
The vision of Walden is to apply 21st century educational standards to its learning community, creating an environment where graduates can efficiently apply what they learn to challenging situations to solve problems in their respective communities and functioning as scholar-practitioners. The university's mission to combine the diversity of the professionals in the community for bettering themselves from their education at Walden and becoming agents of societal change (Walden University, 2012) speaks clearly to the standards and opportunities that the university offers.…
I believe it is beneficial to be well-rounded in a wide variety of subject areas. This is precisely why I am interested in Columbia’s liberal arts education, a program that will be tailored to my varying interests. I cannot wait to immerse myself in a community where my professors and peers are free to share their unique insights so that I can truly enjoy a multi-dimensional…
Perhaps the most pivotal point of my education has been the diversity I am surrounded with. Attending one of the best high schools in the state has exposed me to vast diversity which challenged my beliefs and led me to mature faster than friends at other schools. For example, in one of my classes, the person on my left is Indian, the person behind me is Jamaican, and the person to my right is Bosnian. Cultural diversity is just the beginning. I am surrounded by some of the most talented people I have ever met who can make provoking art, choreograph beautiful dances, create city-wide magazines, win the Siemen’s competition, and much more. Diversity within education is essential to the growth of students. Being surrounded by people who think, act, and talk like you doesn’t teach students perspective. That is why I am grateful for opportunities like the Porter scholarship which gives talented students an opportunity to get scholarships and contribute to the diversity of the University of…
“Liberal education is built on these values: it aspires to nurture the growth of human talent in the service of human freedom.” These words depict a culture of allowing a group of young individuals to unveil and fulfill their particular skills and talents. Through a communal effort it can be possible for students to willingly discover their purpose in life in a liberal education. I cannot wait to begin studying a variety of subjects in order to ultimately find my niche at Muhlenberg. It is evident from the article that a liberal arts education will provide me with the necessary tools to succeed not only in college but in life as well.…
Tufts is essentially an intellectual and social paradise. Can I take courses called "How to Sell Drugs" and "Dope Fiends, Addicts and Junkies", in the same semester, anywhere else? Does any other university give a research award for making the library my second home? Where else is expressing your personality and being professional mutually inclusive? Could I not take a break from studying by running in a Zombie 5K? Life at Tufts would be perfect: an unparalleled education, spontaneous adventures and on-campus celebrations, collaborative innovation, and being part of an amazing and diverse family of scholars and friends.…
U.S. high schools and colleges campuses each reflect the diversity of today’s world. Preparing a student body that is a microcosm of the community. Each within the boundaries set forth by society. .…
Just as the AP course positively impacted me, with the assistance of the Woodford R. Porter Scholarship, I know I can have the same impact on the University of Louisville community. At the University of Louisville, I hope to earn my degree in chemical engineering. I do understand that this degree requires a lot of knowledge about mathematics. Because I was able to overcome difficult academic situations in high schools, I know I am better prepared to deal with these challenges in college. Furthermore, my experiences of struggling in my AP courses have helped me become more sympathetic to my peers. If I see one of my peers struggling, I will provide assistance to them because I know how hard it is to ask for help. By working with my peers, we can ultimately develop a friendship inside and outside the classroom. By developing these relationships, we can learn from one another. While I cannot change my peers’ perspectives about certain issues, I can introduce them to a new perspective, my perspective. By introducing my peers to my perspective, I have helped them become more self-aware as they can do the same for me. In essence, by attending the University of Louisville, I know I can uphold the University’s mission by improving my peers’ lives by sharing my own lived experiences in classrooms. By sharing my narrative and experiences, I know I will create a more diverse…
Before coming to college, I had made many naïve assumptions about Binghamton University. What if my roommate didn't like me? What if we have nothing in common? I thought long and hard about what my tiny dorm room would look like and had countless nightmares about sharing a communal bathroom. However, after arriving here, the experiences that I've made have altered my thoughts on college.…