Supplement Questions for transfers. What do they mean by "social fabric"?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Barnard College
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<p>Hello, </p>

<p>I am currently facing problem writing the Supplemental essays for transfer students at Barnard College. There are 2 short questions that are confusing me. </p>

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<li><p>How did you first learn about Barnard College and what factors have influenced your decision to apply? Why do you think the College would be a good match for you?</p></li>
<li><p>Transfer student and alumna Margaret Mead ’23 said, “If we are to achieve a richer culture, rich in contrasting values, we must recognize the whole gamut of human potentialities, and so weave a less arbitrary social fabric, one in which each diverse human gift will find a fitting place.” How would you add to the fabric of Barnard’s community?</p></li>
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<p>So far, I think I got the first question right. I covered topics like Midnight Breakfast, Columbia University, New York and women empowerment.</p>

<p>However, in the 2nd question I am completely lost. I wrote about the rigorous workload, helpful teachers. I wrote about the countless hours I am ready to spend in the library, how I want to capture every moment behind my camera lens, etc. My friend says I got the 2nd essay completely wrong. She says I am supposed to write why Barnard should want me here. I am no clue how to do that. I understand why my 2nd question is wrong. But I can’t fix it here. Can anyone help me out figure out where I went wrong with this essay. Right now, I don’t feel like applying to Barnard at all. I will really appreciate your help. </p>

<p>Thank you in advance.
Shadowcat.</p>

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<p>I think you should try to focus on who you are and what you can contribute to Barnard. How will you make a difference there? How will you imprint yourself on others and the school?</p>

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<p>Hey!</p>

<p>So I’m not completely sure. But my interpretation of the second question is that they want to know “What makes YOU different from every other applicant.” I agree with your friend. </p>

<p>You have seemingly wrote about a typical hardworking college student. Barnard is a rigorous school so I’m sure you won’t be the only one spending your life in the library. Also all the women applying there should be ready for a rigorous education. On top of all that, its NYC who isn’t going to be taking pictures? What makes you different? Why should they pick you instead of the other transfers?</p>

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<p>Well, if you don’t feel like applying to Barnard at all, why do you need help?..</p>

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<p>@2016BarnardMom and saxfanatic - Thank you for your help!<br>
@Adversa- I didn’t mean that literally. I was just feeling depressed since my essays were not working out. Anyway, thanks.</p>

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<p>Oh. Listen. Just write what you feel like. I almost dropped Barnard off my list when I was applying to colleges. I bet that’s how they filter out people who want to be here for wrong reasons.
Trust your heart!</p>

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<p>@ Adversa:
Best response I have ever seen</p>

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<p>@adversa - Thank you! I really needed to hear that.
@zhaochang - I agree. :D</p>

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<p>@ zhaochang:
Thank you!</p>

<p>@ shadowcat2:
No problem! Good luck!</p>