Must submit this essay in two days!! Please!!

College Essays
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<p>I am not sure whether I should use this topic or not?
Or should I choose a topic of my choice.</p>

<p>I want to focus on how I was different from my Taiwanese peers
despite financial concerns,
dare enough to question and jump out of the test-orineted education
and to pursue Science in public interest(STS) in the States </p>

<p>Reach: Duke Georgetown Rice (Amherst probably)
Average: Vassar Tufts </p>

<h2>Base: Seattle U Occidental</h2>

<h2>Thank you so much!!!^^</h2>

<p>Common application essay(1021 words)
Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you.</p>

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<p>Fears of uncertainty, of failures, of deviating from the majority hinder us from pursuing our dreams. My dream to study in Science Technology and Society had been deferred from fears of pursuing a path alone, fear of aggravating my mom’s financial burden, fear of living independently in another country. Since high school, I have been on an expedition to jump out of the test-oriented science education in Taiwan, hoping that this risky expedition will clarify where I can apply my science expertise to social content. Through a series of events, I have found my passion for Science Technology and Society, coming to realize that America is where to realize my passion, and most important of all,I myself must conquer all fears and fight for my American dream, despite discouragement from others and the realistic expectation of society. </p>

<p>In high school, I was fortunately selected to be one of the 30 students on the intensive science and math track in National Taichung First Senior High School, one of the most competitive and rigorous schools in Taiwan. Yet, unlike many of my peers, while I appreciate the beauty and harmony of science, I began to question the utility of science: why does science education in Taiwan, filled with drills and test, neglect to address human issues? So, what major should I choose when entering university? </p>

<p>Therefore I brought my dilemma to Mr. Liao, my school counselor. He introduced me to the book, The Forest and the Trees by Allan G. Johnson. On reading the book, I couldn’t let it go. I was totally amazed and shocked by his words. The author guided me into the gateway of sociology; with his spectacular insight, I was able to inspect how society has indeed influenced me in every aspect of life, sometimes unconsciously. It was then that I began to recognize that my struggle in declaring a major is actually influenced by the social structure in Taiwan. From then on, I deeply knew that Sociology would be the gateway to clarifying my question. </p>

<p>To gain insight of how I can apply my science expertise to help humanities, instead of preparing for Science Olympia competitions like my peers, I devoted most of my time to exploring the society. </p>

<p>In July 2008, the NTU Sociology summer camp questioned me how I can apply science in social justice. During the camp, the visit to Losheng Sanatorium, a sanatorium for lepers, shocked me the most. Losheng has been the house for these lepers since 1930; now the Taipei government decided to destroy it for a subway depot. Filled with tears in his eyes, a 72 year old resident cried that the government could have selected another route, yet because they are a minority with no money or solid support, the government sacrifices them instead of buying lands from other individuals. He gave a long sighed as he wave his two-fingered amputated hands. This scenario fueled the sympathy and anger within me. Can science be the solution to such injustice? If I were the engineering conducting the project, I would definitely reexmaine the consequence of my work and voice for the lepers, the underrespresented.</p>

<p>This anger, however, made me both disappointed and frustrated: if the exclusively science education I was receiving could only produce superb scientists who narrowly focus on science yet disregarding the social consequences of their work , should I give up my advantages in my science training, which can secure a more stable and “successful” career in Taiwan? Or where could I go to learn to make a difference? </p>

<p>Months later, at the STS camp held by the Ministry of Education, I finally found my answer in STS and the decision of studying in the States began to form. After Dr. Hung-En Liu, graduated from Stanford Law School, speech about how enacting the right law can prevent drug companies from exploiting poverty-stricken people in Africa for clinical trials, I immediately know that with my biology background I can help legislatures to enact necessary laws engaged with patent and protect underrespresentative from exploited. After his speech, I ask him where I should go for univeristy as to pursue social justice in STS. He suggested that schools in America have comprehensive STS courses and a more flexible environment to maximize my passion and potential. </p>

<p>“Strive hard for your dream when you are still young. Leave no regret! ” he encouraged me. </p>

<p>Back home, I was almost embarrassed to bring this topic of studying abroad in the States to my mom, who works day and night to support my family’s financial needs. Surprisingly and thankfully, she told me, </p>

<p>“As long you have a dream about helping people and serving our country, go and pursue it. Even if you don't succeed staying there, we are always here for you!” my mother replied. </p>

<p>But I poured out my worries to her. “But what if I fail? What if I waste all your money and become a disappointment? What if….” </p>

<p>“All I want from my children is to be happy and enjoy what they are doing!” She stopped me.</p>

<p>Through my arms around her, I could not help but burst into grateful tears. I know that this would be a huge risk that I was about to take. Yet this is my choice of how I am going to decide my future, not by conforming what the public say, a choice made by myself and I should be fully responsible for. </p>

<p>September 11 2009, I began my expedition to pursue my dream- STS. Experiencing cultural difference and meeting knowledgeable instructors, I have developed a greater capacity to accept cultural difference and the courage to conquer fears: the fear of deviating from standard education in Taiwan, the fear of failure in college admission, the fear of taking responsibility of my life.However, I also realize that in life, when it comes to making decisions,the right path is determined by ourselves. Though I am still on the path to pursue social justice in STS, I take pride in molding my own destiny, planning my own itinerary and striving to reach the destination for my own life journey.</p>

2

<p>I am applying to Duke
and they require me to send it before this Thursday for interviews
~~</p>

<p>Help~</p>

<p>Is the general idea ok?</p>

3

<p>Revision</p>

<p>My dream, My Fears, My Journey</p>

<p>Fears of uncertainty, of failures, of deviating from the majority often hinder us from pursuing our dreams. Since high school, I have dreamed to escape the test-oriented science education in Taiwan and pursue a broader education in the United States to apply my science expertise to helping the society. Yet such a passion was deferred by fears of pursuing a path alone, fear of aggravating my mom’s financial burden, fear of living independently in another country. Finally, despite discouragement from others and the realistic expectation of society. I convinced myself that I must conquer all fears and fight for my American dream.</p>

<p>In high school, I was fortunately selected to be one of the 30 students on the intensive science and math track in National Taichung First Senior High School, one of the most competitive and rigorous schools in Taiwan. Yet, unlike many of my peers, while I appreciate the beauty and harmony of science, I began to question the utility of science: why does science education in Taiwan, filled with drills and test, neglect to address human issues? So, what major should I choose when entering university?
Therefore I brought my dilemma to Mr. Liao, my school counselor. He introduced me to the book, The Forest and the Trees by Allan G. Johnson. Once I started reading the book, I couldn’t let go of it, for I was both shocked and amazed. The author guided me into the gateway of sociology. With his spectacular insight, I was able to inspect how society has indeed influenced me in every aspect of life. It was then that I began to recognize that my struggle in declaring a major was actually influenced by the social structure in Taiwan. From then on, I began to see that Sociology would be the gateway to clarifying my question. </p>

<p>To gain insight of how I can apply my science expertise to help the humanities, instead of preparing for Science Olympia competitions like many of my peers, I devoted most of my time to exploring the society. </p>

<p>In July 2008, I participated in the National Taiwan University Sociology summer camp that questioned me how I can apply science in social justice. At the camp, the visit to Losheng Sanatorium, a sanatorium for lepers, inspired me the most. Losheng has been the house for these lepers since 1930; now the Taipei government decided to destroy it for a subway depot. Filled with tears in his eyes, a 72 year old resident cried that the government could have selected another route, yet because they are a minority with no money or solid support, the government sacrifices them instead of buying lands from other individuals. He gave a long sighed as he waved his two-fingered amputated hands. This scenario fueled the sympathy and anger within me. Can science be the solution to such injustice? If I were the engineering conducting the project, I would definitely reexmaine the consequence of my work and voice for the lepers, the underrespresented.</p>

<p>This anger, however, made me both disappointed and frustrated: if the exclusively science education in Taiwan I was receiving could only produce superb scientists who narrowly focus on science yet disregarding the social consequences of their work , should I give up my advantages in my science training, which can secure a more stable and “successful” career in Taiwan? Or where could I go to learn to make a difference? </p>

<p>Months later, at the Science Technology and Society(STS) camp held by the Ministry of Education, I finally found my answer in STS and the decision of studying in the States began to form. After Dr. Hung-En Liu, who graduated from Stanford Law School, spoke about how enacting the right law can prevent drug companies from exploiting poverty-stricken people in Africa for clinical trials, I suddenly realized that with my biology background I can help legislatures to enact necessary laws to protect underrespresentative from exploited. STS’s implementation of science in public interest is exactly what I have been searching for. After his speech, I asked him where I should go for univeristy in order to pursue social justice in STS. He suggested that schools in America have comprehensive STS courses and a more flexible environment to maximize my passion and potential. </p>

<p>When I mentioned about my fears of deviating my peers to pursue STS, a not commonly known area, he encouraged me “Strive hard for your dream when you are still young. Leave no regret! ” </p>

<p>Back home, I was almost embarrassed to bring this topic of studying abroad in the States to my mom, who works day and night to support my family’s financial needs. Surprisingly and thankfully, she told me, </p>

<p>“As long you have a dream about helping people and advancing our society, go and pursue it. Even if you don’t succeed staying there, we are always here for you!” </p>

<p>But I poured out my worries to her. “But what if I fail? What if I waste all your money and become a disappointment? What if….” </p>

<p>“If these money can help my child to pursue what he wants, it’s definitely worthwhile. All I want from my children is to be happy and enjoy what they are doing!” She stopped me.</p>

<p>I threw my arms around her. I could not help but burst into grateful tears. I know that this would be a huge risk that I was about to take. Yet this is my choice of how I am going to decide my future, not by conforming what the public say, a choice made by myself and I should be fully responsible for. </p>

<p>On September 11, 2009, I began my expedition to pursue my dream- STS. Experiencing cultural difference and meeting knowledgeable instructors, I have developed a greater capacity to accept cultural difference and the courage to conquer fears: the fear of deviating from standard education in Taiwan, the fear of failure in college admission, the fear of taking responsibility of my life.However, I also realize that in life, when it comes to making decisions,the right path is determined by ourselves. Though I am still on the path to pursue social justice in STS, I take pride in molding my own destiny, planning my own itinerary and striving to reach the destination for my own life journey.</p>

4

<p>Revision</p>

<p>My dream, My Fears, My Journey</p>

<p>Fears of uncertainty, of failures, of deviating from the majority often hinder us from pursuing our dreams. Since high school, I have dreamed to escape the test-oriented science education in Taiwan and pursue a broader education in the United States to apply my science expertise to helping the society. Yet such a passion was deferred by fears of pursuing a path alone, fear of aggravating my mom’s financial burden, fear of living independently in another country. Finally, despite discouragement from others and the realistic expectation of society. I convinced myself that I must conquer all fears and fight for my American dream.</p>

<p>In high school, I was fortunately selected to be one of the 30 students on the intensive science and math track in National Taichung First Senior High School, one of the most competitive and rigorous schools in Taiwan. Yet, unlike many of my peers, while I appreciate the beauty and harmony of science, I began to question the utility of science: why does science education in Taiwan, filled with drills and test, neglect to address human issues? So, what major should I choose when entering university?
Therefore I brought my dilemma to Mr. Liao, my school counselor. He introduced me to the book, The Forest and the Trees by Allan G. Johnson. Once I started reading the book, I couldn’t let go of it, for I was both shocked and amazed. The author guided me into the gateway of sociology. With his spectacular insight, I was able to inspect how society has indeed influenced me in every aspect of life. It was then that I began to recognize that my struggle in declaring a major was actually influenced by the social structure in Taiwan. From then on, I began to see that Sociology would be the gateway to clarifying my question. </p>

<p>To gain insight of how I can apply my science expertise to help the humanities, instead of preparing for Science Olympia competitions like many of my peers, I devoted most of my time to exploring the society. </p>

<p>In July 2008, I participated in the National Taiwan University Sociology summer camp that questioned me how I can apply science in social justice. At the camp, the visit to Losheng Sanatorium, a sanatorium for lepers, inspired me the most. Losheng has been the house for these lepers since 1930; now the Taipei government decided to destroy it for a subway depot. Filled with tears in his eyes, a 72 year old resident cried that the government could have selected another route, yet because they are a minority with no money or solid support, the government sacrifices them instead of buying lands from other individuals. He gave a long sighed as he waved his two-fingered amputated hands. This scenario fueled the sympathy and anger within me. Can science be the solution to such injustice? If I were the engineering conducting the project, I would definitely reexmaine the consequence of my work and voice for the lepers, the underrespresented.</p>

<p>This anger, however, made me both disappointed and frustrated: if the exclusively science education in Taiwan I was receiving could only produce superb scientists who narrowly focus on science yet disregarding the social consequences of their work , should I give up my advantages in my science training, which can secure a more stable and “successful” career in Taiwan? Or where could I go to learn to make a difference? </p>

<p>Months later, at the Science Technology and Society(STS) camp held by the Ministry of Education, I finally found my answer in STS and the decision of studying in the States began to form. After Dr. Hung-En Liu, who graduated from Stanford Law School, spoke about how enacting the right law can prevent drug companies from exploiting poverty-stricken people in Africa for clinical trials, I suddenly realized that with my biology background I can help legislatures to enact necessary laws to protect underrespresentative from exploited. STS’s implementation of science in public interest is exactly what I have been searching for. After his speech, I asked him where I should go for univeristy in order to pursue social justice in STS. He suggested that schools in America have comprehensive STS courses and a more flexible environment to maximize my passion and potential. </p>

<p>When I mentioned about my fears of deviating my peers to pursue STS, a not commonly known area, he encouraged me “Strive hard for your dream when you are still young. Leave no regret! ” </p>

<p>Back home, I was almost embarrassed to bring this topic of studying abroad in the States to my mom, who works day and night to support my family’s financial needs. Surprisingly and thankfully, she told me, </p>

<p>“As long you have a dream about helping people and advancing our society, go and pursue it. Even if you don’t succeed staying there, we are always here for you!” </p>

<p>But I poured out my worries to her. “But what if I fail? What if I waste all your money and become a disappointment? What if….” </p>

<p>“If these money can help my child to pursue what he wants, it’s definitely worthwhile. All I want from my children is to be happy and enjoy what they are doing!” She stopped me.</p>

<p>I threw my arms around her. I could not help but burst into grateful tears. I know that this would be a huge risk that I was about to take. Yet this is my choice of how I am going to decide my future, not by conforming what the public say, a choice made by myself and I should be fully responsible for. </p>

<p>On September 11, 2009, I began my expedition to pursue my dream- STS. Experiencing cultural difference and meeting knowledgeable instructors, I have developed a greater capacity to accept cultural difference and the courage to conquer fears: the fear of deviating from standard education in Taiwan, the fear of failure in college admission, the fear of taking responsibility of my life.However, I also realize that in life, when it comes to making decisions,the right path is determined by ourselves. Though I am still on the path to pursue social justice in STS, I take pride in molding my own destiny, planning my own itinerary and striving to reach the destination for my own life journey.</p>