<p>I was wondering if I could put a humorous answer for one of their questions asking about what I would have liked to have witnessed in history, but I am worried that they will think of it as stupid or impertinent.</p>
<p>Don’t humor them. They are not looking to be Humored. They are looking to be IMPRESSED… And you can thank me later for this word of advice</p>
<p>^ I think there’s certainly a place for tasteful humor on one’s application.</p>
<p>Probably. Better safe than sorry I always like to say.</p>
<p>Sure–if you’re funny.</p>
<p>dude. if you like it and its YOU, id just go for it.</p>
<p>Well this is what it was, if it helps. In answer to q about moment in history you would like to have seen…
I would love to have seen the creation of the universe just to one-up Stephen Hawking.</p>
<p>I like that. It’s tasteful humor; nothing cheap, and it reflects your worldview.</p>
<p>Thanks. :)</p>
<p>I changed it up a bit.</p>
<p>I’m no Stephen Hawking, but I would love to have seen the creation of the universe just to know the truth behind all the theories.</p>
<p>Less humorous, but still ok?</p>
<p>I like the first one better.</p>
<p>^agree. the snarkiness of the first version is better than the bland 2nd version. go for the gusto!</p>
<p>Good luck</p>
<p>^ I agree, too. The first version is fun to read, clever, and funny. The second isn’t.</p>
<p>1st one is better :)</p>
<p>At one college information session, the admissions officer gave some tips on writing the essay, and she said they really want to get to know you, and your voice. She said, “If you’re funny, be funny…but if you’re not, don’t try.”</p>
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Huh? Have you read or are you familiar with what adcoms go through for six months each year? they would LOVE to laugh or smile after reading dozens of droll, pompous essays and short reply answers.</p>
<p>Why would OP thank you? When did a Yale adcom tell you this?</p>
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Well, at least you’re consistent.</p>
<p>Nonesense. Ever heard the phrase “carpe diem”? or the phrase “no risk, no reward”? Or how about “nothing ventured, nothing gained”, or even better, “to thine own self be true”?</p>
<p>DunninLA, I agree with you! Be true to yourself!!! In all of my applications, i tried to just remember to be myself.</p>