Describe your favorite academic subject and explain how it has influenced you. (350 words) My favorite academic course has been Humanities (specifically 10th grade). During sophomore year we took a Humanities course that focused on World History and creative writing. I think a portion of me loving the class was the attitude of my teacher. He always had interesting activities and was able to connect our writing and history through something we found engaging. After having such a great experience with...

My interests have changed with time and age, but recently I have been particularly drawn to English, writing, and the arts. It has always been important that my learning be well-rounded. I felt a strong sense of academic strength and confidence visiting the Occidental campus. The school's professional aesthetic and campus organization intrigued me. My main reason for applying to Occidental though is the Interdisciplinary writing major. This major fully encapsulates many aspects of Literature, English, and the Arts, almost...