<p>so when it asks for significant readings what kind of books are you all putting?
I was just going to put some books taht i have read recently and enjoyed but the word significant makes me worry that maybe they only want legit books of literary merit (like something that would take you more than a day to read)
if that is the case i only really have books for school like classics. but should i just put books that i have read on my own that aren't necessarily lenghty or extremely legit? i mean i'm still talking books like kite runner or something not like a kids book or romance novel but not necessarily classics..</p>
<p>How many does it make you list? I started filling out the app, and was like wow I really need to start making time to read I guess.</p>
<p>it wants you to list 4 or 5 i think</p>
<p>but then one of the short answers asks what you've read recently and found enlightening or something soo i don't know what to use for that either</p>
<p>Well, since I've applied to Wake (and therefore my application is technically competing against yours) I won't say exactly what types of things I wrote; however, I will say that the books should be meaningful. They don't necessarily have to be literary classics; in fact, that would say that you were trying to impress the AC. If you portray yourself as a deeply religious person, for example, then you may want to list something from Mother Theresa, etc.</p>
<p>Also, not to sound bleak, but if you're just now starting your essays, you could be in trouble</p>
<p>Best wishes</p>
<p>TJM</p>
<p>Beth, my son applied in 04 ED for 05 entry. He is/was not a big reader for pleasure and especially his senior year with so many books required for English. He listed 4 or 5 that were required reading and then one kinda fluff one---I think it was "Bleachers". For the short answer, he talked about one of the ones he read for English class.</p>
<p>Don't know if what he did was "best"--but he was accepted.</p>
<p>TAce we still have two months to submit the app, so I think that is plenty of time to complete two measly essays and a couple of short answers. It's gonna be ok and if you want, you dont have to give us any more ideas that might compete against your own. but thanks for your best wishes.</p>
<p>hahahah cs08carolina..agreed</p>
<p>but i guess the books aren't really that big of a deal on the application, it's just the last part i have to do so i feel like i shouldd be stressing about something</p>
<p>Actually, there's only one long essay, the one about values, education, life experiences, etc. (there were two on last year's app which went out of efect in July)
I didn't mean to sound high strung by mentioning the time, but I know my essays took me a very long time to write. Wake pays a TON of attention to the essays, particularly the short answers. They know that most kids fly through them because they seem unimportant, and can tell who and who doesn't spend time on them.
Since I went ED, it may be ok to tell a few of the things I mentioned; I included a Japanese language book (to demonstrate my passion for foreign language, show that I pursue knowledge outside of what is offered at school, etc), Freakanomics (I'd like to go into business), and a book on World Religion that we're reading in school. These are "themes" that make up my app. (I'm multiethnic, have lots of community service, etc)
bethyy, this is sort of a generic example of what I was saying above; just choose things that reflect demonstrated interest; if you're really into cooking, for example, maybe a reputable cooking-instruction book? etc....</p>
<p>Mr. Ace, what are you smoking? Now is no time for panic ... not close.</p>
<p>Your response illustrates a major flaw among many student learners that really reveals why so many have difficulty in making the transition to the work world where groups, teams, cooperation, support, etc. are the critical factors. You're not alone in your lostness, but I'd just encourage you to can your notion that you are "competing" against anyone here. If you're good enough, you'll be fine. Sadly you'll never lead should that attitude prevail. </p>
<p>btw, on the question of what one's reading that excited you ... it need not be a book. That assumes incorrectly. It might be an article from the newspaper or Sports Illustrated that provoked your thinking. That's most likely what the readers are looking for in that question ... not another book or Enclyclopedia Brittannica. Reveal who you are, what you enjoy reading, how you write, and most of all WHAT YOU THINK YOU THINK.</p>
<p>Are they still in business, i.e. Encyclopeidia B?</p>
<p>I honestly see nothing wrong with anything I said, WhistlePig. If you don't like the things i post, then don't read them. I never said it was time for "panic," just that their essay DOES take a LONG time to write if you really try to make it great. I have no ideas what your quaifications were when you got into Wake, but it would be ridiculous to think that you were not competing against the other kids applying to your school. Honestly, did you expect me to reveal every essay/list I included in my application? As sad as you might find it, things are COMPETITIVE nowadays. No, not giving away my responses to total strangers on a college forum is not a sign of bad leadership. I'm happy to help anybody in any way I can, but honestly...</p>
<p>By the way, I found the info regarding the importance of the essay in this article: Admit</a> one | Old Gold & Black it's got great insight into the admissions process, hope it helps!!!! </p>
<p>By the way, my post above was a bit much for this forum. I'm sorry if I said anything offensive, expecially to WhistlePig. I was only trying to help the orig. poster by referencing this article.</p>
<p>Ace you said ...
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<p>If you don't think your words were intended to create some degree of "panic", yea I'll stick with that word, then what was your point, aside from being sorely irresponsible and simply not true? Nah, you get no pass on that . Nothing personal. I'd have called my sister on that silly point as well. You're right on your point though that I did not appreciate it. </p>
<p>If it takes anyone 60 days to write a few thousand words, then WFU is definitely not for you. I did not go there, btw.</p>
<p>"If it takes anyone 60 days to write a few thousand words, then WFU is definitely not for you."</p>
<p>hahahah love it</p>
<p>Thanks beth. :D I don't believe Mr. Ace joins us in this deep insight, small treasure. :confused:</p>
<p>Then don't apply there; a very simple answer to your classless remark</p>
<p>um what?
whistle pig already stated that he didn't go to wfu</p>