At a young age, I became fascinated by the variables of the physical world; the fact that I could control the path of my Frisbee simply by repositioning my body in relation to the wind enthralled me. That is what sparked my interest in physics. I spent my days outside, experimenting with various materials. My friends and I would venture into the forest behind our neighborhood and use it as our personal construction site: we built swings out of old...

At a young age, I became fascinated by the variables of the physical world; the fact that I could control the path of my Frisbee simply by repositioning my body in relation to the wind enthralled me. That is what sparked my interest in physics. This interest set me apart from my peers. While many of my classmates were busy playing with marbles, I was designing intricate tracks and ramps on which my marbles would travel; I spent hours reengineering...

Since I began studying Physics on my own when I was eight years old, the subject has been ever-changing, and therefore I can't really say that I have "mastered" any part of it. The closest I've got to "mastering" any part of Physics is getting the highest grade in my class on the Rotational Kinematics test. I am, however, proud of the fact that I can understand Physics almost as well as I can understand the English language; it's one...

In my junior year, I took Physics. We studied kinematics (linear and rotational), energy, electricity and magnetism, and friction. Currently, in my senior year, I am in Advanced Physics, where we will expand on the subjects we learned last year, while also learning thermodynamics, optics, and nuclear physics, among other things.

I am especially interested in the Engineering Physics concentration within Engineering, because it combines my love for Physics with my fascination for Engineering. The two subjects, in my mind, go hand-in-hand, and I feel like, together, they could help me achieve my career goals.

My adoration for physics and engineering stems from my deep interest in practical math. I am drawn to physics and engineering in particular because I enjoy analyzing the various outcomes that can be achieved through the usage of multiple variables. Engineering is all about solving problems, and physics provides the equations needed to work out any complications that hinder improvement. Physics and engineering are the reasons why planes fly, why lights twinkle, why buildings don’t fall, and why radiation...

I’m a part of many communities: my school, my town, my workplace, my karate association, and numerous school clubs. However, the community that’s forged my character the most isn’t the commonly-experienced atmosphere of high school, or the fast-paced workplace in which I cater to patrons’ demands. The community that’s greatly influenced my persona is the one in which I’ve experienced the most challenges: the fire service. Through my service as a volunteer firefighter, I’ve...

I am applying for admission to Brown University because, in addition to my desire to receive a prodigious education, I am intrigued by Brown’s philosophy and educational ideals. The ability to create one’s own curriculum is particularly compelling because it allows each student to become a more well-rounded individual. Furthermore, I like the student organizations that are connected with Brown’s engineering department. The Cubesat Project particularly piques my interest because I have recently begun researching astronautical engineering. ...

The commitment I am most proud of is serving my community as a volunteer firefighter. Through my service, I have learned the benefits of teamwork, the importance of patience, the necessity of following the chain of command, and the value of levelheadedness. But most importantly, it has given me the opportunity to help those in need. My experiences with the fire service have helped me mature into a more well-rounded young woman; whether I’m responding to an emergency, undertaking...

The required readings from my AP Literature course that I truly enjoyed were “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man”, by James Joyce; “A Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich”, by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn; and “Writing with Style”, by John R. Trimble.

The books I read for pleasure, and thoroughly enjoyed, are “Essentials of Physics”, by George A. Hoadley, and “Killer Angels”, by Michael Shaara.

On a regular basis, I read the Bucks County Courier Times and Levittownnow.com.

The films I’ve watched within this past year and enjoyed are “Cloud Atlas” (2012), “Godzilla” (2014), and “Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014). The most interesting television shows I’ve seen this past year are “Star Trek: The Next Generation” (1987-1994), “Rookie Blue” (2010-present), and “Sirens” (2014-present). I don’t get to see many live theater shows, but my favorites are “Cheaper by the Dozen” (Presented by New Hope Academy, 2013), “Hairspray” (Presented by New Hope Academy, 2014), and “12 Angry Jurors” (Presented by New Hope...

Columbia has many appealing qualities. Not only does the university offer a prodigious education, which is something that I desire, but it also has fascinating educational ideals. As an applicant to The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, I am particularly compelled to apply by the opportunity to take more than just engineering classes. Taking extramural courses allows each student to become a more well-rounded individual, which is something that I always strive to be. In addition, the...

My adoration for physics and engineering stems from my deep interest in practical math. I am drawn to physics and engineering in particular because I enjoy analyzing the various outcomes that can be achieved through the usage of multiple variables. Engineering is all about solving problems, and physics provides the equations needed to work out any complications that hinder improvement. Physics and engineering are the reasons why planes fly, why lights twinkle, why buildings don’t fall, and why radiation...

My adoration for engineering stems from my deep interest in physics. I’m drawn to physics in particular because I enjoy analyzing the various outcomes that can be achieved through the usage of multiple variables. Engineering is all about solving problems, and physics provides the equations needed to work out any complications that hinder improvement; Engineering is the reason why planes fly, why lights twinkle, why buildings don’t fall, and why radiation cures cancer. Physics is what helps us...

In third grade, my teacher asked the class to write an essay on what we wanted to be when we graduated high school in the then-distant year of 2015. At that time, I had two aspirations: to be a “shark doctor,” and to play violin professionally. The project required that we pick three careers; I was having trouble finding a third, so a classmate suggested that I research the military. Being the naive kid I was, I assumed the military was...

The main reason why I am applying to Georgia Tech is the opportunity to major in Nuclear and Radiological Engineering. Not many colleges offer this major, and the subject is something that genuinely interests me. Nuclear energy holds so much promise for advancement, yet has illogically been neglected since the end of World War II. I long to change the general perception that it’s an apocalyptic force and expose its useful properties. I strongly believe that I could achieve...

As we approach the third decade of the new millennium, society will face an increasingly demanding world. New obstacles will present new challenges which will necessitate new technologies to produce new solutions. Therefore, a new generation of educated, self-motivated, strongly convicted citizens must be ready to fulfill that need. I wish to serve among these dedicated men and women, to uphold my generation’s duty of progressing the human race toward a future of prosperity.

My most meaningful commitment is serving my community as a volunteer firefighter. I absolutely love every minute I spend with my brothers and sisters; whether we’re training, setting up for a firehouse event, or, most importantly, responding to an emergency, we always find a way to make it memorable. Through firefighting, I’ve not only gained physical strength, but I’ve also learned many important values, all while having fun and being helpful. A specific experience that stands out...

I have very little time to myself, but when free time arises, I like to spend it by serving my community. I’m a volunteer firefighter at my local department, and I absolutely love every minute that I spend with my brothers and sisters at the station. Whether we’re training, setting up for a firehouse event, or, most importantly, responding to an emergency, we always find a way to make it memorable. Through firefighting, I’ve not only gained...

I’ve always had an interest in engineering, so it only makes sense that the engineering department appeals to me the most. I’d like to study nuclear engineering because I feel that it has not been researched enough; there is so much room for discovery in that area and no one has ventured deep enough into the metaphorical jungle to really unlock its full potential. I feel that society finds “nuclear” a scary word; bombs and death come to...

Persistence is the quality that I feel the most proud of. When I find an obstacle in between myself and my goal, I don’t allow it to deter me. My persistence makes it much easier for me to attain my goals. For example, I need to pass a certain physical exam in order to be accepted into NROTC; it’s always been my dream to be an officer in the military. When I timed myself in May, I had...

Levittown: synonyms include “suburbia”, “stunted”, and “mediocre”. My hometown spans three school districts, contains 42 neighborhoods, and yet covers only 10 square miles of land. Growing up here has greatly influenced my decisions regarding my future plans. Every day, I see the aftermath of the lack of a college education. I watch as my neighbors pile four families into a three bedroom home because they can’t support themselves. When passing by the local bars, I take extreme caution; the vehicles leaving...

The first time I ever faced unexpected results was when I received my first SAT score. I spent countless hours studying, taking practice tests, and timing myself, and yet my score was dramatically lower than expected. So I studied harder, practiced more, and made sure that I could complete the practice sections in less than the allotted time. The second time, I was confident in my ability to achieve a higher score. However, when I received my score report, I...