<p>So Boston College has an option to write about a contemporary issue that concerns you. I originally was gonna choose this one, and talk about the recent tension between police and (mostly) black communities. I take the side of the police, as if they were following the law there would be no reason to be shot (he robbed a store, attacked the officer, clearly was not an outstanding citizen). That, and the "lets burn down our own town" mentality of the rioters/looters just made me wonder what goes through their heads.</p>
<p>However I realize there are many people on the flip side who will disagree, and that makes me feel like I might be taking a risk writing about this. What happens if the person reading my application doesnt agree?</p>
<p>Is it a bad idea to write about this in general? Or if you guys have tips on what to avoid in the essay should I choose to do it, please post em.</p>
<p>Otherwise Ill just do the one about "what you are looking for in your undergraduate education", because that one is also relatively easy/straightforward </p>
<p>Any stance you take on any issue will always have detractors. There’s no way to avoid this problem with the “big issue” essays other than nicely conveying that you’re genuinely interested in the conflict itself and its eventual resolution.
That being said, Boston is a pretty liberal city.</p>
<p>Most topics that you write about often have two points of views - just as in a persuasive essay. A topic on a contemporary issue is no different and there are often mixed views on everything, which is why you get different opinions from different news networks such as CNN and FOX. I do not think you should be concerned with what the reader’s concerns will be, as you are not viewed based on what you believe but rather the content inside your essay. Having a strong topic while being able to back up your ideas with solid thoughts or pieces of evidence is what will make your reader enjoy your work. I think if you choose to write about the Michael Brown case you can easily showcase to the university your thought process and reasoning, which to me is exactly what the admissions office is looking for.</p>
<p>I would reconsider your argument. What about all the black men who were shot by police who did not do anything illegal? How do those shootings fit your argument? Is it ok for the police to shoot to kill any person who does something illegal? How about jaw walking? shoplifting? Failing to stop at a red light? Would you be ok with that if it were your friend, relative, neighbor? You wouldn’t want me reading your application. I’m thinking you might want a different essay.</p>
<p>I would pick a different topic. Especially because you’re picking the unpopular opinion.</p>
<p>Also, can I just add, those rioters are just people who are taking advantage of a sensitive situation and in no way should their actions negate the protestors’ cause.</p>
<p>Oh yeah no doubt theres a problem with police brutality/power abuse in certain areas, I agree with that. I just disagree on this certain case where people are defending Michael Brown.</p>
<p>But yeah I think I might just do question #3 instead.</p>