One of the greatest components of family, an aspect that distinguishes one family from the next, is tradition. This shadow of the real, the world, drowns me in what we call tradition. Some family traditions can be as simple as going to Mass on Easter or having tamales on Christmas. But a tradition in my family, one in particular, is much more complex. On my mother's side of the family, all the women have been cursed. Cursed with beauty. A...

"...I just wish the bank wouldn't take more money from me. I'm a veteran and I deserve better. By the way, how old are you? You sound young." "I'm seventeen, sir." "Seventeen? Great. A seventeen year old is helping me with my mortgage." At that moment, I felt as if he was right and there was nothing I could do to help him. I couldn't understand what he was asking of me. But I refocused, remembering my goal I set...

Shows how I have developed into the person that I am through one story and shows my persistent qualities

My interview with Georgetown Alum went great! How did I know? How could anyone know? Well, if by the end of the interview THEY start selling the school to YOU then it's a good sign. Talk about everything...but focus on three major specifics about yourself. Accompany these three specifics with examples. For instance, if you have a specific club experience you would like to share on how it developed you into a leader, go for...

Most likely it was my determination to acheive my ultimate goal. Most students when applyong choose to go in undeclared unsure of their plans. But i have always been absolutely sure of what i wanted to do....

Nothing since it got me in! Haha but advice for all those applying. Georgetown males a lot of things optional like photo and resume and...

I recommend doing activities that fit according with your intended major. If you would like to enter into...

Being a Government major, choosing my prestigious school which was 2.4 miles away from the...