A hook about terrorism?Will it work?

Applying to College
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<p>Im an international from Pakistan and i want to apply to Harvard, I wanted to ask wether this counts as a hook: I have been one of the security personell at a local mosque. this mosque is of a minority sect (of islam) and we have been the victims of terrorism for a long time and there have been numerous bomb blasts in our mosques. My job was to check people entering the mosques, in case they were terrorists and carrying a bomb or ammunition.</p>

<p>And my Physics teacher at school is also a head of department at a big university here, will his recommendation have extra weight?</p>

<p>If this is a hook(hopefully) do I stand a chance of getting into Harvard with these 2100/1450 on my sat. And whre should i mention it? on the ec's section or write the supplement essay about it?</p>

<p>My full stats are here:Do i stand a chance for Havard,Yale?</p>

<p>Thnx</p>

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<p>You should say that you act as a security guard at a local mosque. Is that a “hook”. No but it adds to some “interest” about you. A hook is something that a college needs. You just come from a unique situation. Best of luck to you and stay safe.</p>

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<p>Um are people really this desperate for hooks?</p>

<p>No, it’s not.</p>

<p>But it is unique and a well-written essay on your experiences and what you learned from it can help you.</p>

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<p>that would be really unique even if it isnt a hook. what sect are you?</p>

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<p>Shia, why do you ask</p>

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<p>Not really a hook but it does relates to your personal life, so I believe you should</p>

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<p>No, not a hook. Interesting essay topic maybe.</p>