I was once a lone literary crusader, slashing through commas and crossing out words efficiently. Not so as Limelight’s Copy Editor. In that position, I interact constantly with my coeditors. That was at first jarring but now feels comfortable—challenging still, but somehow right. I am most proud of the issue in which a carnivorous editor and I (a member of PETA) debated the morality of eating meat; as my coeditor and I eased into a philosophical debate, I...

I wrote about the pathways of exploring the self, and the importance of finding your own niche while simultaneously connecting with other people. (In fact, using our private worlds to bridge gaps among people is what I focused on.)

It was a sort of unusual topic in that it got to be a metaphor towards the end, but all in all I managed to tie together some unique experiences I've had into a cohesive narrative.

During the interview, it's important to take time (even a couple of seconds)...

I don't think a private counselor...

Keep an open mind! Touring schools that you hate is good, because...

Be honest about who you are, what you've done,...

I've joined the college newspaper, the literary magazine,...

I hope to become...

Do what you love: it will give you something to talk about. It's good...

Probably my unexpected essay topic and interview answers; also, the fact...

I asked a French teacher and a math teacher, along with a supplement from...

It felt right. When you tour, you'll know....