College Essay by Ms. Garcia https://padlet.com/garciaitalma3/g6jf1zwnc9alny04 Add your response to the discussion question above. en-us 2024-04-18 00:54:17 UTC 2024-04-19 12:33:54 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/270d.png Welcome! garciaitalma3 https://padlet.com/garciaitalma3/g6jf1zwnc9alny04/wish/2959361225 Here are a few DO'S and DON'TS that will help when you begin writing your college essay

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  • Be generic or tell a boring story

  • Be too graphic

  • Lie or exaggerate

  • Stray off-topic or ramble

  • Make spelling, grammar or punctuation errors

  • Turn your essay LATE

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  • Answer the question

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    1. Read it Aloud

  • Emphasize how your story highlights the university's value

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  • Topic A: Tell us your story. What unique opportunities or challenges have you experienced throughout your high school career that have shaped who you are today?

  • Topic B: Most students have an identity, an interest, or a talent that defines them in an essential way. Tell us about yourself.

  • Topic C: You've got a ticket in your hand -- Where will you go? What will you do? What will happen when you get there?

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