How I did it: Ok, it didn't come as a huge shock since, statistically, I was above their norm for test scores, around it for gpa. Plus, I come from an underrepresented state, and I also did some extracurriculars, and had a successful interview. But I am quite excited. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I met all the deadlines and sent some supplemental information. Admission is pretty straightforward, mostly test scores and grades. It was really great to get that e-mail. Good luck everyone! Read how I did it…
How I did it: The way I see it, doing something with my life is not a goal to approach. Every choice is doing something with my life. The issue is what effect those choices, small and big, have. To figure out what I want that effect to be, I established my values. I keep them in mind in my daily activities. To put them into action in the long-term as well, I've made some plans with them in mind. I enjoy science. … Read how I did it…
How I did it: I spent so much time looking for "Now Hiring" signs, filling out apps wherever I could possibly get some part-time work. Then, without even asking her, my school counselor called me out of class to tell me she had a paying tutoring job for me! It pays more than twice as much per hour as any job I may have gotten in retail or food service. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I suppose the real determinant here is whether or not the person is right for you. Neither of us have had any desire to break it off because we love what we have too much. Read how I did it…
How I did it: Well, I basically signed up for this school trip during which I would spend one week living with a French family and one week touring various attractions in Northwestern France. I learned so much French by using it constantly, not to mention a ton of history from our guided tours. It was an excellent experience. Read how I did it…
How I did it: Well, I got very nervous. So I only got a 72. (In Missouri, you need a 70 to pass.) But, it's not a big deal. I drive well no matter what my score was, and I have my license all the same. I just practiced a lot. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I read a lot. I've always read a lot, but when I made this my goal I started actually looking up words, circling them and finding their definitions. (Nabokov taught me about two words per page!) I also used some Barron's SAT prep flash cards. Even though it can be a pain, I plan to continue my habit of looking up words to a certain extent, if less intensely. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I did a *lot* of practice questions and practice tests in the couple months leading up to the test, and tried to relax when that fateful Saturday morning came. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I gave $150 to a project developing rural communities in Zambia. That is enough to buy a goat and a boxed hive of honeybees. The organization also trains recipients to care for these animals and use them effectively to increase standard of living. Alternatively, I could have spent it on a small designer handbag. I certainly feel like I made the right choice. And, to top it off, my boyfriend agreed to mat… Read how I did it…
How I did it: So, I worked hard all semester, studied hard for my tests, got plenty of rest, ate breakfast, put my stress in perspective, etc. etc. And I ended up with straight A's for the semester. I'm walking on sunshine. Read how I did it…
How I did it: The first time I ever sat in the driver's seat of a running car, I was 13 or 14. But that was on a mostly abandoned road and I went about 10 mph. After I got my permit I went out in the car for about 45 minutes a week, on average. I drove through neighborhoods then busier streets and eventually highways. I still have to focus a bit, but it's natural for me. Read how I did it…
How I did it: Our society is a bit obsessed with habits. Good habits make us moral, successful people. Bad habits are our downfall. Quirky habits make us interesting. Clicking once a day is one of the good habits I've developed, if not the best. It takes a while to adjust to the routine, but it does such a world of good over time. Making it my homepage helped me remember a lot. Don't forget to click on the… Read how I did it…
How I did it: It's very simple. I think there are just three chords, and a bit of strumming. It sounds good even if you play it way too slowly, but speeding up doesn't take much effort either. I took guitar lessons for six months or so then abandoned it. I managed to master Good Riddance, but my other songs were all pretty rough. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I did three or four practice tests (each of which take a few hours.) I scored all of them myself, so this is pretty much what I was expecting to get. My writing score was pretty disappointing. However, I didn't practice that part very much. Conclusion? Practice makes perfect. I'll be retaking it because of the writing, and hopefully get a little higher on the other sections, if only incidental… Read how I did it…
How I did it: It was my very first semester in high school. Looking back, my classes really weren't that much easier than those I have taken since. Sure, it would take more effort now that I'm a junior preparing for four AP exams (English Language, Chemistry, U.S. Government, and Comparative Politics if you're interested.) But my worst gpa of high school (a 3.5 unweighted and a 3.7 weighted) was the next semester which was-i… Read how I did it…
