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<blockquote> <p>When you think about it, there is very little difference between me and these football fans. </p> </blockquote>
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<p>I'm afraid that the adcom may agree with you!</p>
<p>I dunno. Can't you come up with something a little more positive to sell to a college than being a trekkie? It's kind of like the college essays about video gaming.</p>
<p>I mean, you're supposed to be honest and bare your soul and all that. But, put yourself in their shoes. Do they go with the "trekkie" or the kid who spent time tutoring kids or building robots? </p>
<p>College essays are sales brochures. Try to give 'em features and benefits.</p>