<p>Prompt: BU attracts students from more countries than are represented in the United Nations. Our global presence and reputation are important and are reflected in the perspectives, opinions, and experiences of our students. Why is this type of environment important to you? </p>
<p>Essay:</p>
<pre><code>As the tall man started walking towards me, I clung to my mom and wouldnt let go. She began to pry me off as the man spoke, Hi Ms. Hoshia, Danielles new first grade teacher will be Mrs. Ward. I shook in fear, who was Mrs. Ward? I walked through the halls looking down at my feet and counting each step I took. I reached 284 steps when I got to Mrs. Wards room. I opened the door and its screeching noise caused everyone to notice me, and I stood there ready to throw up; I hated the attention. I felt everyones eyes following me as I went to sit down in the only empty seat. I sat there and remembered the time when a new kid joined my Kindergarten class at my Jewish school; his name was George. No one ever talked to him because he was different; I never understood why. I wanted to be Georges friend because he was nice but all the other kids mocked me when I approached him. I regretted that now because I hoped people wouldnt do the same to me as they did to George at my old school.
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<p>I sat at my desk for what seemed like ages when finally, the recess bell rang. When I left the room I ran onto the playground and a really tall girl approached me, her name was Christine. Hi! Im Christine. Are you new here? she beamed.
Although I was shy at first I got myself to speak up and answered, Yeah, my name is Danielle. I dont really know why Im here though. My mommy says its called Public School.
At that moment, I looked around and finally realized what public school was. It was a place filled with complete diversity. I saw all different colors, people from different cultures, and different religions; I loved it. I was glad to finally be somewhere where no one wore yarmulkes, prayed, and was exactly the same. Everyone here was unique in his or her own way, just like me.
What would society be in the present day if we didnt have diversity? The same people acting in the exact way, believing the same thing; basically wed be robots. A diverse environment gives one the ability to be his or her self and not be penalized or treated differently for it as George was.
My moving from a Jewish School to a Public one allowed me to explore other cultures and is what shaped me to be the person I am today; one who speaks many languages and loves to learn about other peoples backgrounds. My acceptance to Boston University would allow me to continue on in my journey through life in diversity rather than a place where every person is the same. Thus, an assorted environment with those from all around the globe is of utmost importance to me.</p>