“You’re not the boss of me!” is what one kid said to me while I was working as a camp counselor the summer before my senior year. This was new to me because growing up my parents had instilled in me fundamental values like respect and discipline. They also taught me to take pride in what I do and to always do my best. As a camp counselor, my eyes were opened to how kids are being raised today,...

The moment I stepped onto Emory’s Atlanta campus I thought, this is where I want to spend my next four years. I felt an immediate sense of belonging, something that has always been important to me. Attending the same school from preschool to twelfth grade has created a “home away from home” for me, and I want the college I attend to give me that same feeling. Emory is that next home. A strong sense of community is apparent...

I am a triplet, one of three, and my unique situation has strongly influenced the young woman I am today. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned from my upbringing is how to work well and collaborate with others. I’ve always had two other people to work with, and in a group, you can’t always have your way. You have to consider others’ viewpoints and incorporate their ideas as well as your own. Working with others...

Florida has been my home for my entire life, so naturally I’m drawn to colleges in Florida. The UCF campus soaks up the Florida sunshine in Orlando, a city full of opportunities, and even allows students the chance to intern at Disney. Orlando is only two hours from my family in St. Petersburg, so UCF gives me the opportunity to become independent while still keeping my family within reach. UCF also has a large, diversified campus. This is a...

I was fortunate enough to attend a private school...

Sorority life (multiple VP positions), Communication...

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Atlanta is an incredible city with an immense number of opportunities. Emory has fantastic connections...

I wish I had taken the PSAT more seriously to increase chances of receiving...

One of my professors I had for class was also my homeroom advisor. It is extremely important that whoever writes your recommendation letter knows you both...