The much awaited...essays...that got me into MIT. Enjoy! We know you lead a busy life, full of activities, many of which are required of you. Tell us about something you do simply for the pleasure of it. (100 words or fewer)
Word Count: 98/100 It’s impossible to get the perfect tapioca-ball-to-milk-tea ratio. Every bubble tea leaves boba pearls orphaned at the bottom of my cup. Small orbs of black, chewy satisfaction. Some are tucked under ice cubes, as I maneuver the straw to consume the stowaways. I take a breath from every day’s chaos to focus on the (literal) little things. When I finally pin the last pearl under the trap of my straw, it’s like finding the last piece of a puzzle: a playful desire for completion and a cause to celebrate. It’s a sugar-high moment to commemorate the 5-year-old inside. Although you may not yet know what you want to major in, which department or program at MIT appeals to you and why? (100 words or fewer) Word Count: 90/100 From cell contaminations to unexpected results, I experienced an unrivaled investment in the emotional rollercoaster that is cancer cell research. However, when I took my first computer science class, I rediscovered everything I loved about biochemistry in another context: the gratification of temporary success, the curiosity to still learn more, and the independence of collaboration balanced with individual effort. I’m constantly reassured I’ll never become bored, sedentary, or unmotivated. With MIT course 6-7, I’m grateful for the opportunity to pursue both interests without needing to sacrifice one for the other. At MIT, we bring people together to better the lives of others. MIT students work to improve their communities in different ways, from tackling the world’s biggest challenges to being a good friend. Describe one way in which you have contributed to your community, whether in your family, the classroom, your neighborhood, etc. (200-250 words) Word count: 222/250 At camp, I get paid in George B’s smiles. It’s a currency not exactly useful at the grocery store, but still more than welcome in my book. It’s priceless. Dressed in my counselor shirt, I start the day slumped over. I’m berating myself for not going to sleep earlier the night before, but my thoughts are interrupted when George enters the YMCA gym. I spring up and race to his wheelchair. “GOOOOD MORNINGGGGG!” He smiles just a bit in response to my morning enthusiasm. I open my backup reserves of energy just to see another smile. As the day passes, I’m jumping, singing, and smiling alone in a room of counselors and campers who are contrastingly acting according to the hour: they’re tired, and it’s early. It’s embarrassing, and I can feel the eyes staring, but each time George smiles in response and looks at me, there’s no greater feeling of validation. He’s happy, excited, and for a moment, his spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy doesn’t exist. It’s my first time volunteering at this camp but third summer of working with special needs individuals. I remember my first year when the camp head told us during training, “This week at camp is probably going to be your camper’s best week of the year.” Honestly, those were my best weeks of the year too. Describe the world you come from; for example, your family, clubs, school, community, city, or town. How has that world shaped your dreams and aspirations? (200-250 words) Word Count: 234/250 Growing up, I didn’t understand the satisfaction behind my parents’ 9-5 computer science job. Consequently, I made the poorly-grounded resolution to look everywhere - but computer science - for a passion. It worked. Years of biology groundwork culminated into a grand moment. I stood in a room full of professors, graduates, and parents, presenting a powerpoint on my glioblastoma cell research. In 15 slides, the last six weeks of frustration, support, and maturation came alive. I had found a path and a talent: biochemistry. Simultaneously, influenced by a natural curiosity, I decided it was now-or-never to try computer science. I took AP Computer Science and competed in the Science Olympiad event, “Game On.” I overcame my rudimentary computer science experience and found myself appreciating the class and loving the event. I stood on the MIT Science Olympiad stage and one month later the UPenn stage, realizing a future in computer science wasn’t such a stretch. I discovered a second calling. Since I can remember, I’ve been told to pick a direction and stick to it. I tried. But years later, I realized how this expectation to isolate “a” passion was unrealistic. From biochemistry to computer science, I’ve never enjoyed a one-track path. I have a foundation of experience and opportunities I cherish, because ultimately, I grew to become open-minded. Immersed in the diversity of the MIT campus, community, and courses, I aspire to preserve this mindset. Tell us about the most significant challenge you’ve faced or something important that didn’t go according to plan. How did you manage the situation? (200-250 words) Word Count: 250/250 The thought of months of late-nights and an entire winter break down the drain terrified me, a productivity-bot dedicated to maximizing function. But five tedious hours since anyone had touched the paper, each idea now meant a temporary smile and a greater feeling of hopelessness. I stared at our MIT Inspire Research Competition rough draft deflated, determined to resuscitate the paper I realized was flatlining. It fundamentally lacked a “novel idea.” Since the realization, hour one was spent scrutinizing the paper, while hour two contained a frantic google wormhole to find inspiration. Hours three, four, and five were spent debating ultimately fruitless solutions until hour six. The library silent and the Christmas tree turned off, I sat mind-numb with a partner who stared back in silence. Churning out another idea became increasingly difficult. The two of us had resorted to silent brainstorming, and I constantly resisted the thought of giving up. The stakes and emotional investment were just too high. Finally, after countless failed attempts, we persevered our way to inspiration. During the dark drive home, I laughed at how terrifyingly close I was to calling it quits. If you looked at the document’s blank revision history, the day was an unproductive failure. If you looked at my face, you’d think I’d won the lottery. I knew every second of frustration and failed idea that day was necessary for us to come up with the resolution that left me excited to continue and proud of where the paper could go.
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