Personal Accomplishment

So when being asked to discuss an event that marked my transition from childhood to adulthood, this is the story I want to give. Before this had happened I didn’t have a job and wasn’t responsible enough to even think about having a job. But when it did happen it showed me that I had to make that transition in less than a week to get ready for the job I had been dreaming about every time I went into that store with my grandmother as a

I graduated from Hilliard Darby High School this past spring. My love for art began very young with my father who always made sure to encourage my creativity. I remember making coil pots with him during the summer and then painting them. In the ninth grade I took painting which I immediately became attached too. For the past four years I have continued to expand my abilities and strengthen skills with the help of my teacher Mrs. Kulick-Brown. From there I have completed several commissioned pieces for teachers and their families. Painting has taught me a lot about color and composition. During high school I also was involved in ceramics where I competed in the annual ‘Feats of Clay” competition. I love the focus and serenity I experience

Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community, or family.

An event that clearly marked my transition from childhood to adulthood was the truly eye-opening experience of attending a Kairos retreat. For those unfamiliar with Kairos, it is a four-day religious retreat in which you and a small group of students come together to more learn about God, themselves, and others in a setting that completely removes you from the daily distractions and stresses of the outside world. Everyone, including myself, was able to share the personal stories about the struggles that they have faced and are continuing to face every day of their lives and offer support to others that may be going through similar things. We laughed together, we cried together, and we created strong relationships and friendships with people, some of which we hadn’t spoken a word to or even known by

When assigned my first essay, “My Greatest Accomplishment,” I took time to brainstorm different ideas that defined me. The accomplishment that stood out the most to me was qualifying for State Track in four events on a sprained ankle. While writing this essay, I felt like a baby learning how to walk. My writing was unsteady and I took a few tumbles trying to get the paragraphs to flow. This reminded me of trying to run on my sprained ankle at the State-qualifying meet. However, like I finished the paper, I finished my events with qualifying times. I knew the essay would prove difficult, but I grew hopeful while writing because I knew I had numerous

Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

Laurel has a week every year dedicated to the arts. The students involved in music, dance, art, drama, and more showcase their talents for the school to see. Students play the piano, sing, and act out scenes in the hallways. I notice how exceptionally talented they all are and it inspires me to develop my talents. I know they have to work hard and practice to put on such a display, and it motivates me to practice my art skills more. I’m also

As a black male who grew up in a low-income family in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and recently immigrated to the US, I am confident that I will significantly contribute to the diversity and education of the University of Colorado School of Medicine community. Through my unique perspectives, community awareness, and personal resilience I know that I will be a positive attribute the CUSOM and the communities it serves.

I am well prepared for the rigors of university studies. I have participated in the dual enrollment program at Eastern Florida State College since I was in the 10th grade. I set a goal to finish high school not only my Associates in Arts degree, but complete all my engineering common core prerequisites as well. Participating in duel enrollment was an excellent opportunity; at the same time, setting the bar high posed numerous challenges.

For me to discuss a single event that transitioned me from childhood to adulthood would be impossible. As people grow, they experience many events and those experiences are what shape us into the people we are today. Starting from my origins, I was born in a dense city called Reading. Throughout the city there are people roaming the streets from different ethnicities. Growing up was tough, it didn’t matter who you were because you were always surrounded. You did one wrong move and someone would look at you differently. Hearing stories about my young childhood, made me a little sad. My dad was never around, and my mom was either at work, or inside trying to take care of the house. At first it was only me and my older brother. We got along fine, but as your average pair of street kids, we would get in trouble from time to time. Since we didn’t have too much money, our family tried to get by with what we got. We couldn’t buy all the toys that we wanted, and even if we did, there was a good chance

Many underestimate the power that a singular event possesses and the extent at which it can alter one’s mindset. Often times a shift in the method of thinking and processing information, the act which drives our entire being, signifies a “coming of age”. Reaching a pivotal moment in time where not only do those around you recognize the transformation, but you also fully embrace the alteration. In layman's terms, transitioning out of childhood conjures thoughts and ideas that evolve from the foundation of one’s life. For me, the potent mixture of a short-lived period of blissful innocence and a pressurized home environment led to the culmination of a desire to succeed.

Common App Essay Prompt: Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community, or family. My heart was pounding, my hands were shaking, and tears were pouring down my cheeks. I was completely alone and having a panic attack in the middle of the Chicago O'Hare airport, because my flight to La Guardia got mixed up and I was stranded. While I was trying to keep snot from dripping out of my nose, I came to the realization that I was not a child anymore, my parents weren't there to fix all my problems. I had dealt with anxiety for the majority of my life, and though I was finally medicated for it, it didn't make anything easier.

Our team practice everyday for 2 hours and our record was 23-1. We were the first team ever to win in our age division to ever win for St.Mary’s. We had a hard time in the beginning of the season. One of our best players injured her knee. She was running towards the loose ball and her knee twisted. She was out for the rest of the season. Looking back on it made me better because I learned how hard you to to practice or try to achieve your goal.

For a class assignment, we needed to volunteer for 5 hours. We needed to pick a volunteer program that we found interesting and that had faced a social issue that presented itself in the world today. It was hard picking a place to volunteer at because I wanted to pick a place that faced a social issue in today’s world, but I also wanted to pick a topic that sparked my interest when mentioned. I looked through a booklet online filled with volunteer opportunities and I went on the high school’s Student Employment Services to help me find other volunteering choices. After a while of looking at SES’ website, I went back to the booklet online and noticed that there was a volunteering opportunity at the Bruce Museum. I remembered that I volunteered once at the Bruce Museum with my cousins, but I couldn’t remember much of what I did because I volunteered a long time ago. So I thought that this would be a great place for me to volunteer again, and this time I knew I would remember what I did. The Bruce Museum was a great place for me to volunteer, it gave me a great opportunity to talk to some of the artists and really get to know them and their artwork. At first it doesn’t seem like an Arts Festival tackles any real-life social issues, but if you look deeper, you can see that there are some hidden social issues within the organization 's program that they tackle. The organization tackles ideas like artists’ creativity and how they survive in a cut throat world with an unstable job.

What am I about? I am about pushing through challenges, always ariving brighter at the end of the tunnel. My visions are focused, but I leave room for distractions in my day-to-day, intentionally or unintentionally. I am about people, and I am about doing the right thing. I am not a perfect person, but I do believe I am a decent one.