The document provides guidance on writing a successful personal statement, including defining what a personal statement is, discussing characteristics to avoid, and ways to gather information for each paragraph. It emphasizes that a personal statement should tell your unique story in an engaging manner while directly addressing the prompt, and recommends brainstorming experiences and qualities to discuss your background and goals.
The document provides guidance on writing a personal statement. It defines a personal statement as a snapshot of who you are, an invitation for the reader to get to know you, and a reflection of your priorities and judgment. The document discusses characteristics of a strong personal statement such as being reflective, answering the prompt, and having a distinctive voice. It also identifies things to avoid like cliches, unnecessary details, and lying. The document offers tips for brainstorming experiences and interests, developing a theme in intro/body/conclusion paragraphs, and establishing long-term goals.
Personal statement writing workshop, UW Bothell 2013Natalia Dyba
Slides from a workshop at UW Bothell, designed for students who are preparing applications for scholarships, graduate school or other academic programs, such as study abroad, as well as for advisors who support them.
This document provides guidance on writing a personal statement. It defines a personal statement as a snapshot of who you are, an invitation for the reader to get to know you, and a reflection of your priorities and judgment. The document discusses characteristics of a strong personal statement such as being reflective, unique, and showing confidence. It also outlines things to avoid like cliches, unnecessary details, and lies. Finally, it offers strategies for gathering information like brainstorming strengths and interests, and developing paragraphs around inspiration, academic background, and future goals.
Graduate School Personal Statements: Purpose, Strategies, UtililtySpelman College
This presentation helps upperclassman with writing personal statements, but refreshes experienced writers about narration. Anyone reflecting and writing about their professional experiences could benefit from this presentation, even those writing letters of application.
This document provides information on applying for fellowships and internships. It discusses the key characteristics of fellowships and internships, how students can benefit, tips for applying, what selection committees look for, how to write an effective personal statement, finding internship opportunities, and resources for funding fellowships and internships. The main points are that fellowships are typically paid and last 1-2 years while internships can be unpaid and of shorter duration, applying early and following instructions are important, and networking can increase chances of being accepted.
The document discusses personal branding and cultivating your personal story. It provides exercises to help identify key elements that describe you, such as descriptors, facts, roles, activities, communication styles, expertise, life experiences, and priorities. It also discusses developing a brand statement and building a professional portfolio with accomplishments, references, writings, and other content to tell your professional story. The goal is to thoughtfully craft and display your personal brand online and offline through a website, social media, and managing how others perceive you through search engines.
The document provides guidance on writing an effective personal statement for graduate school applications. It advises applicants to (1) take a thorough look at themselves to understand their objectives and what sets them apart, (2) tell their unique life story or find an interesting angle in a memorable way, and (3) focus the opening paragraph on grabbing the reader's attention with the most compelling reasons to be interested. Applicants should be selective about what they include to project confidence and enthusiasm while adhering to word limits.
The document provides guidance on writing a personal statement. It defines a personal statement as a snapshot of who you are, an invitation for the reader to get to know you, and a reflection of your priorities and judgment. The document discusses characteristics of a strong personal statement such as being reflective, answering the prompt, and having a distinctive voice. It also identifies things to avoid like cliches, unnecessary details, and lying. The document offers tips for brainstorming experiences and interests, developing a theme in intro/body/conclusion paragraphs, and establishing long-term goals.
Personal statement writing workshop, UW Bothell 2013Natalia Dyba
Slides from a workshop at UW Bothell, designed for students who are preparing applications for scholarships, graduate school or other academic programs, such as study abroad, as well as for advisors who support them.
This document provides guidance on writing a personal statement. It defines a personal statement as a snapshot of who you are, an invitation for the reader to get to know you, and a reflection of your priorities and judgment. The document discusses characteristics of a strong personal statement such as being reflective, unique, and showing confidence. It also outlines things to avoid like cliches, unnecessary details, and lies. Finally, it offers strategies for gathering information like brainstorming strengths and interests, and developing paragraphs around inspiration, academic background, and future goals.
Graduate School Personal Statements: Purpose, Strategies, UtililtySpelman College
This presentation helps upperclassman with writing personal statements, but refreshes experienced writers about narration. Anyone reflecting and writing about their professional experiences could benefit from this presentation, even those writing letters of application.
This document provides information on applying for fellowships and internships. It discusses the key characteristics of fellowships and internships, how students can benefit, tips for applying, what selection committees look for, how to write an effective personal statement, finding internship opportunities, and resources for funding fellowships and internships. The main points are that fellowships are typically paid and last 1-2 years while internships can be unpaid and of shorter duration, applying early and following instructions are important, and networking can increase chances of being accepted.
The document discusses personal branding and cultivating your personal story. It provides exercises to help identify key elements that describe you, such as descriptors, facts, roles, activities, communication styles, expertise, life experiences, and priorities. It also discusses developing a brand statement and building a professional portfolio with accomplishments, references, writings, and other content to tell your professional story. The goal is to thoughtfully craft and display your personal brand online and offline through a website, social media, and managing how others perceive you through search engines.
The document provides guidance on writing an effective personal statement for graduate school applications. It advises applicants to (1) take a thorough look at themselves to understand their objectives and what sets them apart, (2) tell their unique life story or find an interesting angle in a memorable way, and (3) focus the opening paragraph on grabbing the reader's attention with the most compelling reasons to be interested. Applicants should be selective about what they include to project confidence and enthusiasm while adhering to word limits.
AASHE 2014 Student Summit- Preparing for the Real World: Kickstarting Your Su...Mieko Ozeki
While students will still have to determine the exact career they would like to pursue, and maybe pick out what they will wear on interview day, at the end of the workshop they should hopefully have the rest covered. Attendees will assess their hard and soft skills, discover what work they enjoy, determine the assets they need to build, learn how to build a professional portfolio and learn how to create their own brand to set them apart. We hope to have students walk out of the presentation confident that they can handle the next steps to land their first job out of college. No matter their major, job experience, and extracurriculars, students will leave with a better appreciation of their strengths and understand there are multiple paths to be followed on the way to their dream green job. Attendees will learn about themselves through interactive activities, including mind mapping and writing their own compelling and engaging story. Attendees are encouraged to assess and reflect on their own personal experiences and passions to uncover what makes them unique and valuable. They will then be able to build their own personal portfolios and establish an undeniable online and physical presence. We even offer a brief introduction to the general sustainability field, as well as suggest on-campus tools and search engines to find green jobs.
This document provides tips and strategies for using new media platforms to build a professional online presence and network. It discusses using LinkedIn, Twitter, blogs, and other sites to create a professional portfolio or profile. Tips include requesting recommendations on LinkedIn, participating in groups, writing articles, and customizing profiles. The document also provides examples of artifacts to include in portfolios to demonstrate expertise, such as academic papers, press releases, and design work.
This document provides guidance on creating an effective curriculum vitae (CV) and personal statement for graduate school applications. It outlines the key differences between a CV and resume, noting when each is used. A CV is a more detailed academic document that chronicles one's entire career, while a resume is a 2-page marketing tool. The document then lists the required and optional sections to include in a CV, such as contact information, education, research experience, publications, and languages. It emphasizes tailoring the CV and personal statement to each application by engaging the reader and demonstrating what makes one a unique candidate. Readers are advised to proofread their statements and ask for feedback to craft compelling personal narratives.
The document provides guidance on writing curriculum vitae, personal statements, and discusses important elements to include such as education history, work experience, skills, and why the applicant is suited for the target job or academic program. It emphasizes showing enthusiasm for the chosen field, highlighting relevant accomplishments and skills, and reflecting on experiences to demonstrate understanding of the field in the personal statement. Tips are also given on formatting the CV clearly and standing out from other applicants.
Do you still have problems on how to write the perfect personal statement? Get a winning personal satetement now! Just come on with us at http://www.personalstatementwriter.org/ and take an outstanding statement.
This document provides advice on writing a strong personal statement for university applications. It emphasizes showing passion for your chosen subject through independent study, work experience, and extracurricular activities related to the field. Admissions tutors want to see evidence of skills like critical thinking, self-awareness, and time management. The document recommends explaining how your current studies connect to the university course and demonstrating long-term career goals. It also offers tips for applications to Oxford, Cambridge, medicine, veterinary science, and dentistry programs.
This presentation should help you know more about the undergraduate application package for US universities and the essential components of an application.
The document provides guidance on choosing a college major. It outlines a 4-step process: 1) Understanding interests, values and personality; 2) Knowing skills and abilities; 3) Learning about available majors; 4) Researching major requirements. The document tackles common myths about choosing a major and emphasizes that interests can change. It promotes using career assessments like Focus2 to discover new options and provides information on campus resources for career planning assistance.
This document provides advice for pursuing an academic career, including:
1) Typical paths involve graduate school, postdoc positions (optional), and progressing through the ranks of assistant, associate, and full professor while aiming for tenure.
2) The type of institution and department matters - aim for the best first job possible at a top research university or liberal arts college.
3) Assistant professor roles are extremely demanding, requiring constant proposals, teaching, service work, and developing a top reputation in your field for tenure. Passion for research makes the challenges worthwhile.
4) Strong letters of recommendation, publication record, and job talks are essential for obtaining interviews and positions. Postdoc positions can strengthen your application
The document outlines Joshua Spodek's presentation on feedforward, which is a technique for getting feedback without judgment. It introduces Marshall Goldsmith, who pioneered feedforward. The presentation demonstrates the feedforward process, has participants practice giving each other feedforward, and discusses applications and benefits. It also announces Joshua's online courses in leadership and entrepreneurship that will use an experiential model based on exercises like feedforward.
I designed this powerpoint for the Penn State Graduate Writing Center's campus-wide workshop on using Digital Research Tools/New Media Applications for optimizing research and writing.
University of Washington Study Abroad Application Tips and Basicsuwbstudyabroad
A brief overview of the process of applying to University of Washington Faculty-led Study Abroad Programs, as seen from the University of Washington Bothell
This document provides guidance on effective resume and CV writing. It discusses the differences between resumes and CVs, appropriate formatting and styles for each, and tips for creating strong documents. Resumes should be 1-3 pages and highlight relevant experience for the target position, while CVs have no page limit and provide a comprehensive record of academic achievements. The document includes sample resumes and CVs and covers common mistakes to avoid. It emphasizes building a career community for support and maintaining connections through activities like LinkedIn.
This document discusses strategies for overcoming writer's block. It begins with student responses describing writer's block using metaphors. It then discusses the root causes of writer's block as being fixation and lack of divergent and convergent thinking. It recommends using heuristics rather than rigid rules when writing. Several strategies are provided to help generate ideas, including beginning with what you know, establishing a personal connection to the topic, discussing topics in a group, and doing research. Additional tips are given for addressing writer's block before and during the writing process, as well as reflecting after writing.
This document describes the fabrication of a highly sensitive amperometric glucose biosensor based on a single ZnO nanofiber (ZONF). ZONFs were synthesized via an electrospinning technique and then calcined. Glucose oxidase was immobilized on a single ZONF attached to a gold electrode. Electrochemical measurements showed the biosensor has a high sensitivity of 70.2 μA cm-2 mM-1, fast response time of less than 4 seconds, linear detection range from 0.25 to 19 mM, and low detection limit of 1 μM. The biosensor also exhibited good anti-interference ability and stability over 4 months of storage.
This document summarizes research on the synthesis of cerium oxide nanoparticles (CeO2-NPs) using honey. Key points:
- Researchers developed a green chemistry method to synthesize CeO2-NPs using honey through a sol-gel process. This provides an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional synthesis methods.
- Characterization techniques confirmed the successful production of spherical CeO2-NPs around 23 nm in size with a fluorite cubic structure.
- In vitro cytotoxicity tests on neuro cells showed the CeO2-NPs were not toxic at concentrations below 25 mg/mL, indicating potential for biomedical applications.
- Using honey proved comparable to other methods for synthesizing
The document describes the SixthSense technology, a wearable gestural interface that augments the physical world with digital information. It consists of a camera and projector worn around the neck, connected to a smartphone. The camera senses hand gestures to interact with and search for information, while the projector displays it onto surrounding surfaces. Common gestures include drawing symbols to check emails or framing hands to take a photo. It allows users to access information by interacting with the physical world through natural hand motions.
This document provides an overview of Kaplan's 5-step method for writing GRE analytical essays. It begins with objectives for the workshop and an explanation of the GRE analytical scoring rubric. It then outlines the four basic principles of GRE writing and Kaplan's 5 steps for writing essays: 1) take the issue apart, 2) select points, 3) organize using Kaplan's template, 4) write the essay, and 5) proofread. Sample applications of the method are provided, including taking apart a sample issue, selecting a position and arguments, and using Kaplan's template to outline an essay. The document concludes by having participants practice applying the method to write an essay.
AASHE 2014 Student Summit- Preparing for the Real World: Kickstarting Your Su...Mieko Ozeki
While students will still have to determine the exact career they would like to pursue, and maybe pick out what they will wear on interview day, at the end of the workshop they should hopefully have the rest covered. Attendees will assess their hard and soft skills, discover what work they enjoy, determine the assets they need to build, learn how to build a professional portfolio and learn how to create their own brand to set them apart. We hope to have students walk out of the presentation confident that they can handle the next steps to land their first job out of college. No matter their major, job experience, and extracurriculars, students will leave with a better appreciation of their strengths and understand there are multiple paths to be followed on the way to their dream green job. Attendees will learn about themselves through interactive activities, including mind mapping and writing their own compelling and engaging story. Attendees are encouraged to assess and reflect on their own personal experiences and passions to uncover what makes them unique and valuable. They will then be able to build their own personal portfolios and establish an undeniable online and physical presence. We even offer a brief introduction to the general sustainability field, as well as suggest on-campus tools and search engines to find green jobs.
This document provides tips and strategies for using new media platforms to build a professional online presence and network. It discusses using LinkedIn, Twitter, blogs, and other sites to create a professional portfolio or profile. Tips include requesting recommendations on LinkedIn, participating in groups, writing articles, and customizing profiles. The document also provides examples of artifacts to include in portfolios to demonstrate expertise, such as academic papers, press releases, and design work.
This document provides guidance on creating an effective curriculum vitae (CV) and personal statement for graduate school applications. It outlines the key differences between a CV and resume, noting when each is used. A CV is a more detailed academic document that chronicles one's entire career, while a resume is a 2-page marketing tool. The document then lists the required and optional sections to include in a CV, such as contact information, education, research experience, publications, and languages. It emphasizes tailoring the CV and personal statement to each application by engaging the reader and demonstrating what makes one a unique candidate. Readers are advised to proofread their statements and ask for feedback to craft compelling personal narratives.
The document provides guidance on writing curriculum vitae, personal statements, and discusses important elements to include such as education history, work experience, skills, and why the applicant is suited for the target job or academic program. It emphasizes showing enthusiasm for the chosen field, highlighting relevant accomplishments and skills, and reflecting on experiences to demonstrate understanding of the field in the personal statement. Tips are also given on formatting the CV clearly and standing out from other applicants.
Do you still have problems on how to write the perfect personal statement? Get a winning personal satetement now! Just come on with us at http://www.personalstatementwriter.org/ and take an outstanding statement.
This document provides advice on writing a strong personal statement for university applications. It emphasizes showing passion for your chosen subject through independent study, work experience, and extracurricular activities related to the field. Admissions tutors want to see evidence of skills like critical thinking, self-awareness, and time management. The document recommends explaining how your current studies connect to the university course and demonstrating long-term career goals. It also offers tips for applications to Oxford, Cambridge, medicine, veterinary science, and dentistry programs.
This presentation should help you know more about the undergraduate application package for US universities and the essential components of an application.
The document provides guidance on choosing a college major. It outlines a 4-step process: 1) Understanding interests, values and personality; 2) Knowing skills and abilities; 3) Learning about available majors; 4) Researching major requirements. The document tackles common myths about choosing a major and emphasizes that interests can change. It promotes using career assessments like Focus2 to discover new options and provides information on campus resources for career planning assistance.
This document provides advice for pursuing an academic career, including:
1) Typical paths involve graduate school, postdoc positions (optional), and progressing through the ranks of assistant, associate, and full professor while aiming for tenure.
2) The type of institution and department matters - aim for the best first job possible at a top research university or liberal arts college.
3) Assistant professor roles are extremely demanding, requiring constant proposals, teaching, service work, and developing a top reputation in your field for tenure. Passion for research makes the challenges worthwhile.
4) Strong letters of recommendation, publication record, and job talks are essential for obtaining interviews and positions. Postdoc positions can strengthen your application
The document outlines Joshua Spodek's presentation on feedforward, which is a technique for getting feedback without judgment. It introduces Marshall Goldsmith, who pioneered feedforward. The presentation demonstrates the feedforward process, has participants practice giving each other feedforward, and discusses applications and benefits. It also announces Joshua's online courses in leadership and entrepreneurship that will use an experiential model based on exercises like feedforward.
I designed this powerpoint for the Penn State Graduate Writing Center's campus-wide workshop on using Digital Research Tools/New Media Applications for optimizing research and writing.
University of Washington Study Abroad Application Tips and Basicsuwbstudyabroad
A brief overview of the process of applying to University of Washington Faculty-led Study Abroad Programs, as seen from the University of Washington Bothell
This document provides guidance on effective resume and CV writing. It discusses the differences between resumes and CVs, appropriate formatting and styles for each, and tips for creating strong documents. Resumes should be 1-3 pages and highlight relevant experience for the target position, while CVs have no page limit and provide a comprehensive record of academic achievements. The document includes sample resumes and CVs and covers common mistakes to avoid. It emphasizes building a career community for support and maintaining connections through activities like LinkedIn.
This document discusses strategies for overcoming writer's block. It begins with student responses describing writer's block using metaphors. It then discusses the root causes of writer's block as being fixation and lack of divergent and convergent thinking. It recommends using heuristics rather than rigid rules when writing. Several strategies are provided to help generate ideas, including beginning with what you know, establishing a personal connection to the topic, discussing topics in a group, and doing research. Additional tips are given for addressing writer's block before and during the writing process, as well as reflecting after writing.
This document describes the fabrication of a highly sensitive amperometric glucose biosensor based on a single ZnO nanofiber (ZONF). ZONFs were synthesized via an electrospinning technique and then calcined. Glucose oxidase was immobilized on a single ZONF attached to a gold electrode. Electrochemical measurements showed the biosensor has a high sensitivity of 70.2 μA cm-2 mM-1, fast response time of less than 4 seconds, linear detection range from 0.25 to 19 mM, and low detection limit of 1 μM. The biosensor also exhibited good anti-interference ability and stability over 4 months of storage.
This document summarizes research on the synthesis of cerium oxide nanoparticles (CeO2-NPs) using honey. Key points:
- Researchers developed a green chemistry method to synthesize CeO2-NPs using honey through a sol-gel process. This provides an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional synthesis methods.
- Characterization techniques confirmed the successful production of spherical CeO2-NPs around 23 nm in size with a fluorite cubic structure.
- In vitro cytotoxicity tests on neuro cells showed the CeO2-NPs were not toxic at concentrations below 25 mg/mL, indicating potential for biomedical applications.
- Using honey proved comparable to other methods for synthesizing
The document describes the SixthSense technology, a wearable gestural interface that augments the physical world with digital information. It consists of a camera and projector worn around the neck, connected to a smartphone. The camera senses hand gestures to interact with and search for information, while the projector displays it onto surrounding surfaces. Common gestures include drawing symbols to check emails or framing hands to take a photo. It allows users to access information by interacting with the physical world through natural hand motions.
This document provides an overview of Kaplan's 5-step method for writing GRE analytical essays. It begins with objectives for the workshop and an explanation of the GRE analytical scoring rubric. It then outlines the four basic principles of GRE writing and Kaplan's 5 steps for writing essays: 1) take the issue apart, 2) select points, 3) organize using Kaplan's template, 4) write the essay, and 5) proofread. Sample applications of the method are provided, including taking apart a sample issue, selecting a position and arguments, and using Kaplan's template to outline an essay. The document concludes by having participants practice applying the method to write an essay.
Escape From Hadoop: Spark One Liners for C* OpsRussell Spitzer
Apache Cassandra and Spark when combined can give powerful OLTP and OLAP functionality for your data. We’ll walk through the basics of both of these platforms before diving into applications combining the two. Usually joins, changing a partition key, or importing data can be difficult in Cassandra, but we’ll see how do these and other operations in a set of simple Spark Shell one-liners!
Data (Con)Fusion - ESOMAR RA:DAR Conference NYCLeon Zucchini
The document discusses a new product launch by a company. It describes the features of the new product, how it compares to competitors' offerings, and market research showing customer demand for the type of product. Testing of the product was successful. The document recommends moving forward with the launch to take advantage of market needs and opportunities.
This triple-layer technique effectively reverses signs of aging in the midface area. It involves separately manipulating three anatomical structures - the postseptal fat, suborbicularis oculi fat (SOOF), and musculocutaneous flap - to obscure a prominent infraorbital rim and improve the orbit-cheek junction. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia via a subciliary incision. Dissection separates the anterior lamella in three layers to independently reposition each structure for a more youthful appearance with minimal risk of complications. Long-term follow up of over 500 patients found mostly minor complications addressed conservatively or briefly under local anesthesia.
Spark Cassandra Connector: Past, Present, and FutureRussell Spitzer
The Spark Cassandra Connector allows integration between Spark and Cassandra for distributed analytics. Previously, integrating Hadoop and Cassandra required complex code and configuration. The connector maps Cassandra data distributed across nodes based on token ranges to Spark partitions, enabling analytics on large Cassandra datasets using Spark's APIs. This provides an easier method for tasks like generating reports, analytics, and ETL compared to previous options.
The document discusses the synthesis and characterization of ZnO nanoshells for hydrogen gas detection. Electrospinning was used to create PEO micro-to-nano fibers, which were then coated with Zn and ZnO using sputtering. Heat treatment formed ZnO nanoshell structures on the fibers. SEM and EDS were used to characterize the nanoshell morphology and composition. Electrical measurements showed the samples were sensitive to hydrogen, with those sputtered with Zn first displaying greater sensitivity. The nanoshells were successfully created and showed potential for hydrogen gas sensing.
- Apache Cassandra is a linearly scalable and fault tolerant NoSQL database that increases throughput linearly with additional machines
- It is an AP system that is eventually consistent according to the CAP theorem, sacrificing consistency in favor of availability and partition tolerance
- Cassandra uses replication and consistency levels to control fault tolerance at the server and client levels respectively
- Its data model and use of SSTables allows for fast writes and queries along clustering columns
This document discusses behavioral modeling in VHDL. It covers different VHDL design styles including behavioral, dataflow, and structural. Behavioral modeling uses sequential statements inside processes to model functionality. Key concepts covered include processes with and without sensitivity lists, concurrent vs sequential execution, if/case statements, loops, and wait statements. An example of a behavioral model for a full adder is presented using two processes.
Cassandra and Spark: Optimizing for Data LocalityRussell Spitzer
This document discusses how the Spark Cassandra Connector optimizes for data locality when performing analytics on Cassandra data using Spark. It does this by using the partition keys and token ranges to create Spark partitions that correspond to the data distribution across the Cassandra nodes, allowing work to be done locally to each data node without moving data across the network. This improves performance and avoids the costs of data shuffling.
This document provides guidance on writing a personal statement. It defines a personal statement as a snapshot of who you are, an invitation for the reader to get to know you, and a reflection of your priorities and judgment. The document discusses characteristics of effective personal statements such as being reflective, unique, and showing confidence. It also outlines things to avoid like cliches, unnecessary details, and lies. Finally, it offers strategies for gathering information like brainstorming strengths and experiences, and developing paragraphs that introduce yourself and discuss your academic background and skills.
This document provides guidance on writing a personal statement. It defines a personal statement as a snapshot of who you are, an invitation for the reader to get to know you, and a reflection of your priorities and judgment. The document discusses characteristics of effective personal statements such as being reflective, unique, and showing confidence. It also outlines things to avoid like cliches, unnecessary details, and lies. Finally, it offers strategies for gathering information like brainstorming strengths and experiences, and developing paragraphs that introduce yourself and discuss your academic background and skills.
This document provides guidance on writing a personal statement. It defines a personal statement, discusses characteristics of an effective one, and things to avoid. It also offers strategies for gathering information, including brainstorming strengths and interests, and developing paragraphs with an inspiring introduction, academic background, goals, and program-specific conclusion. Stylistic tools discussed include choosing a focus or thesis, using an informal tone, integrating narratives, and avoiding gimmicks. The document aims to help writers craft a strong personal statement.
This document provides guidance on writing an effective personal statement. It discusses what a personal statement is, how to focus the content, and general advice. Personal statements are used for college and scholarship applications, internships, and jobs. The content should tell your story, show your priorities and goals, and answer any specific questions asked. You need to proofread carefully and avoid cliches. The document also provides sample questions that personal statements sometimes ask and resources for further information.
This document provides an overview and agenda for a workshop on writing application essays. It discusses how to choose options and goals, and outlines the prompts and requirements for UC personal statements. It emphasizes starting early, avoiding pride, focusing on insights rather than accomplishments, and provides examples to help generate content for the essays. Common application mistakes are highlighted such as being too specific, using inappropriate humor, and including multiple topics. Faculty bios are introduced to familiarize participants with workshop leaders.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing application essays. It discusses the purpose and goals of personal statements, outlines the UC application prompts, and provides samples and exercises to help students generate content for their essays. Key points covered include addressing both UC prompts in under 1,000 words, focusing on qualities, experiences, and goals rather than pride, and avoiding common mistakes like multiple topics or stretching the truth. Small group work is also offered for brainstorming, revising, and editing essays.
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This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing personal statements for college application essays. It discusses choosing options and goals, and how universities use the statements. The purpose is to provide clarity, depth, and context beyond other application materials. Students are advised to brainstorm qualities, experiences, and accomplishments before writing, and to address the two prompts within the word limit. The document then provides sample prompts, outlines, and advice to help students avoid common mistakes in their writing.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing personal statements for college application essays. It discusses choosing options and goals, and how universities use the statements. The purpose is to provide clarity, depth, and context beyond other application materials. Students are advised to brainstorm qualities, experiences, and accomplishments before drafting their essays in response to prompts about intended major, personal qualities, and reasons for transferring schools. The document cautions against common mistakes and introduces faculty leading a workshop on revising statements.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing personal statements for college application essays. It discusses choosing options and goals, and how universities use the statements. The purpose is to provide clarity, depth, and context beyond other application materials. Students are advised to brainstorm qualities, experiences, and accomplishments before drafting responses to two prompts for the University of California application. The document also covers the Common Application transfer student prompt. It provides outlines and warns against common mistakes in personal statements.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing personal statements for college application essays. It discusses choosing options and goals, and how universities use the statements. The purpose is to provide clarity, depth, and context beyond other application materials. Students are advised to brainstorm qualities, experiences, and accomplishments before drafting their essays in response to prompts about intended major, personal qualities, and reasons for transferring schools. The document cautions against common mistakes and introduces faculty leading a workshop on revising statements.
This document provides guidance on writing personal statements for college application essays. It outlines topics to address in the essays like intended major, experiences in the field, and personal accomplishments. Writing exercises are presented to help generate content for the essays, like describing a quality or experience and how it relates to the applicant. Common mistakes to avoid are also discussed, such as being too general, repetitive, or dishonest. The overall document aims to help applicants craft compelling personal statements for their college applications.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing personal statements for college applications. It discusses choosing options and goals, how admissions committees use the statements, and the purpose of adding clarity, depth and context. It then outlines prompts for two required essays for University of California applications and exercises for generating content. Finally, it introduces faculty who will provide small group and individual support for brainstorming, revising and editing application essays.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing personal statements for college applications. It discusses the purpose and prompts for UC application essays, including addressing two prompts within a 1000 word limit. Students are guided through brainstorming exercises to generate content for the essays, focusing on qualities, talents, accomplishments, contributions, experiences, and intended major. Common mistakes to avoid are also outlined, such as being too general, repetitive, or stretching the truth. The document introduces workshop faculty who will provide small group and individual help with essay writing.
This document provides an overview and guidance on writing personal statements for college application essays. It begins with introductions of the workshop faculty and then outlines the agenda, which includes discussing options and goals, writing prompts, exercises, and individual or small group work. The document provides tips for getting started, such as considering one's interests and objectives. It also explains the purpose and goals of personal statements for University of California applications, including two required prompts. Sample outlines and guidance are given for responding to the prompts and common application transfer essay. Common mistakes to avoid are also listed.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing application essays for UC schools. It begins with introductions of the workshop faculty and then discusses considering your options and goals before writing. It outlines the two UC personal statement prompts and provides writing exercises to generate content for each prompt. The document also discusses the common application transfer prompt and outlines the key elements to address. It concludes by providing tips to avoid common mistakes in personal statements.
This document provides an agenda and guidance for writing personal statements for college applications. It discusses the purpose and goals of personal statements, including providing context and depth beyond academic records. Students are guided through brainstorming exercises to generate content for two required prompts from the University of California application and one transfer student prompt. The document reviews common application mistakes to avoid and introduces faculty who will provide small group and individual assistance with essay writing.
How to write a winner essay for college and scholarship applications.The Free School
This document provides guidance on writing effective college and scholarship application essays. It discusses different types of essay questions and formats that are commonly required. Key tips include researching the specific institution's requirements, distinguishing yourself through originality and passion, and ensuring excellent spelling and grammar. Examples of strong essays from past applicants are sometimes available on college websites for inspiration. The overall message is to write honestly about something meaningful and let your unique qualities shine through.
This document provides guidance on writing an effective personal statement for college applications. It explains that a personal statement is a snapshot of who you are, your goals, and potential. It is important because admissions committees use it to understand you beyond just test scores. The personal statement should be 1-2 pages and choose from 5 common application prompts. It advises starting with a hook, reflecting on a meaningful experience, and revealing something essential about yourself. The document emphasizes editing and revision, and starting the process over the summer before applying. It also distinguishes between an undergraduate personal statement and a graduate statement of purpose.
What Did You Do Last Summer? 2015 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars...Rebecca Joseph
College application essays make or break many college admissions decisions. Here is my presentation to amazing rising seniors at the 2015 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation weekend.
How to Build a Module in Odoo 17 Using the Scaffold MethodCeline George
Odoo provides an option for creating a module by using a single line command. By using this command the user can make a whole structure of a module. It is very easy for a beginner to make a module. There is no need to make each file manually. This slide will show how to create a module using the scaffold method.
Main Java[All of the Base Concepts}.docxadhitya5119
This is part 1 of my Java Learning Journey. This Contains Custom methods, classes, constructors, packages, multithreading , try- catch block, finally block and more.
How to Make a Field Mandatory in Odoo 17Celine George
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at postgraduate students and early career researchers with little or no experience in writing and publishing journal articles.
1. How to Write a Personal
Statement
February 5, 2015
Elena González Rivera, Ed. D.
2. Overview and Objectives of the
Workshop
Define what a personal statement is
Discuss things to avoid
Discuss ways of gathering information
for each paragraph of the essay
Select stylistic tools
Practice writing
5. Definition of Personal
Statement
A personal statement is:
“A picture. Provide a snapshot of who you are as a
person.
An invitation. Your job is to ‘bridge the assumed
distance of strangers.’ Invite your reader to get to know
you.
An indication of your priorities and judgment.
Your selection of material reveals your priorities and
ability to discern effectively.
A story, or more precisely, your story. The personal
statement allows you room for creative, meaningful self-
reflection.”
https://www.e-education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/p2_p2.html
The Penn University website entitled, “Writing Personal Statements on Line” created by Joe Schall
includes this summary of a longer definition from the Fellowships Office at Bryn Mawr posted in the
article "Advice from Fellowship Foundations"). http://www.wpi.edu/Academics/FS/personal.pdf
6. Definition of a Personal
Statement
A personal statement is not:
“An academic paper with you as the subject. The objective
distance of academic writing disengages the reader from you in
a personal statement.
A resume in narrative form. Other parts of your
application, which might include a resume, already tell readers
about your accomplishments. A personal statement must reveal
and interpret well beyond a resume.
A journal entry. A common mistake is allowing your personal
statement to read like a diary. Share only relevant material
selectively, in a voice that remains both individual and
professional.
A plea or justification. Don’t beg and don’t defend the
(incorrect) assertion that you are more worthy than other candidates—it
only backfires”. https://www.e-
education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/p2_p2.html
9. Characteristics of a Good Personal
Statement
Is reflective and honest
Strives for depth not breath
Answers the prompt question
Has a catchy introduction – engages the reader
Transforms shortcomings into positives
Shows knowledge of the institution
Shows a “quiet confidence”
http://students.berkeley.edu/apa/personalstatement/gettingstarted.html
Tells a story
Is specific
Finds an “angle” or a hook
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/642/01/ Jo Doran, Allen
Brizee
Is distinctive, unique
http://www.indiana.edu/~wts/pamphlets/personal_statement.shtml
Has a focus
http://www.cmu.edu/hpp/achieve/pstips.html
10. Characteristics of a Good Personal
Statement
“Shows a quiet confidence
revealed through your description of
a. lifelong interests,
b. sustained commitment,
c. and/or perseverance in the
face of adversity”.
http://students.berkeley.edu/apa/personalstatement/gettingstarted.htm
11. Characteristics of a Good Personal
Statement
Thoughtful and honest
“A strong personal statement is reflective;
that is, it demonstrates that you have thought
about and gained a clear perspective on your
experiences and what you want in your
future. It gives the reader a vivid and
compelling picture of you-
your achievements,
your obstacles,
your goals,
your values”.
http://students.berkeley.edu/apa/personalstatement
/gettingstarted.htm
12. Characteristics of a Good Personal
Statement
Is distinctive, unique
“One way to do this is to include at least
one detailed example or anecdote that is
specific to your own experience—
perhaps a description of an important
family member or personal moment that
influenced your decision to pursue a
particular career or degree. This strategy
makes your statement distinctive and
memorable”.
http://www.indiana.edu/~wts/pamphlets/personal_statement.shtml
14. Things to Avoid
Ten Commandments
Set realistic goals not unrealistic goals like
curing cancer/ winning a Nobel Prize.
Praise yourself or your school, but never idolize
inappropriately.
Consider the advice of others. Don’t take
advise lightly.
Remember deadlines. Don’t stretch
deadlines.
Be yourself. If you are not genuine in tone,
examples, and motivations, it will work against
you.
https://www.e-
education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/node/1988
Joe Schall
15. Things to Avoid
Ten Commandments
Make sure you really want to go to graduate
school. Don’t take somebody else’s chance
away if you are no sure.
Learn to discern well. Answer the prompt
question with relevant information. Don’t use
irrelevant information.
Tell your own story. Don’t plagiarize someone
else’s ideas.
Express the truth. Don’t lie or inflate.
Don’t envy the academic success of others.
Half of those who start graduate school don’t
finish.
https://www.e-education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/node/1988
Joe Schall
16. Things to Avoid
be competitive but not cocky
informed but not formulaic
https://www.e-
education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/p2_p2.html
avoid clichés
“A medical school applicant who writes that he is good at science
and wants to help other people is not exactly expressing an original
thought. Stay away from often-repeated or tired statements”.
Don't include some subjects
“There are certain things best left out of personal statements. For
example, references to experiences or accomplishments in high
school or earlier are generally not a good idea. Don't mention
potentially controversial subjects (for example, controversial
religious or political issues)”.
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/642/01/ Jo Doran, Allen
Brizee
Avoid unnecessary duplication.
Maintain your statement within the limits stated. Don’t make it
longer or shorter than specified.
18. Gathering Information & Developing a
Theme
Brainstorming -
◦ list ideas
◦ connect those ideas (concept map)
◦ complete a brainstorm worksheet
https://www.e-
education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/p2_p2.html
19. Brainstorming (handout #1)
“Begin by creating a brainstorm sheet. Be totally honest!
Ask yourself the following questions, and write out your
answers.
What are my strengths? What is special about me?
What kind of person am I? What do I care about?”
http://students.berkeley.edu/apa/personalstatement/getti
ngstarted.htm
“What's special, unique, distinctive, and/or impressive
about you or your life story?
What details of your life (personal or family problems,
history, people or events that have shaped you or
influenced your goals) might help the committee better
understand you or help set you apart from other
applicants?
When did you become interested in the field and what have
you learned about it (and about yourself) that has further
stimulated your interest and reinforced your conviction that
you are well suited to this field? What insights have you
gained?
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/642/01/ Jo Doran,
20. Brainstorming
Have you had to overcome any unusual obstacles or hardships?
What personal characteristics (for example, integrity,
compassion, and/or persistence) do you possess that would
improve your prospects for success in the field or profession?
How have you learned about this field—through classes,
readings, seminars, work or other experiences, or conversations
with people already in the field?
If you have worked a lot during your college years, what have
you learned (leadership, managerial, or research skills), and
how has that work contributed to your growth?
What are your career goals?
What skills (for example, leadership, communicative, analytical)
do you possess?
Why might you be a stronger candidate for graduate school—
and more successful and effective in the profession or field than
other applicants?”
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/642/01/ Jo Doran, Allen Brizee
22. Gathering Information & Developing a
Theme
Introductory Paragraph:
Articulate a Personal or Professional Inspiration
“Some writers start with:
◦ an inspiring quote
◦ a narrative
◦ others make a comment about their academic discipline
What matters is that readers have a clear context through your opening,
and that we understand immediately that you are talking about
something of motivational meaning to you.
For example:
Briefly sketch out a positive influence: a memorable self-defining experience, a
high school or college project that ignited deeper interest, an inspiring teacher or
role model, a relative who followed a career path that you emulate—even a core
theme that will carry through the rest of your essay.
Always remember the typical fundamental goal of the opening: to provide a
quick, meaningful snapshot of who you are as a person.”
https://www.e-education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/p2_p4.html
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23. Gathering Information & Developing a
Theme
Second and Third Paragraphs:
Discuss your Academic Background or
Research as a Set of Learned Skills
“Readers will be most interested in
◦ specific, skills-oriented detail
◦ lab techniques acquired
◦ analytical tools used
◦ participation in team decision-making
◦ journal research and publication experience
◦ oral presentation skills
◦ Think in relation to those skills most valued in your discipline, and describe
your background in a way that highlights those attributes.”
“Wed the present and the future—project ahead to graduate
research within your field...” What research would you like to do?
https://www.e-
24. Gathering Information & Developing a
Theme
Fourth Paragraph:
Establish Some Long-Term Objectives
Professional Goals
◦ “ articulating a plan to continue work in a particular research area
◦ a desire to earn a PhD or teach at the university level
◦ future plans to work as an independent or corporate consultant”
Personal Goals
◦ “to serve the public through grass-roots activism
◦ to be the first member of a large family to earn a graduate degree
◦ to write and publish.”
Keep in mind the needs of your audience here:
“They simply wish to confirm that you have a seriousness of purpose, and that you
have the ability to envision some concrete plans (else why would you be applying
for graduate study?)”
“Your long-term objectives can usually be rendered briefly rather than expansively,
perhaps woven into the beginning or end of your final paragraph.”
https://www.e-education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/p2_p4.html
25. Gathering Information & Developing a
Theme
Concluding Paragraph:
Close with Specifics About the Target Program or
Scholarship
“Learning all you can about the target program or scholarship, which
usually begins with a visit to the school or award website, will give you
concrete closing material for your essay.
◦ Some students go a step further, e-mailing professors at their target
program or past winners of their target scholarship,
◦ reading publications of the target program’s faculty,
◦ or making it a point to meet grad students and faculty connected with
the target program at a conference. Such material, of course, could be
integrated to give natural closure to your personal essay, thus affiliating
you with the program of choice.
◦ Your goal is to create a personal and professional link between yourself
and the graduate school. Go beyond simply inserting the school name
into the final paragraph; prove that you have done your homework.”
https://www.e-education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/p2_p4.html
26. Gathering Information & Developing a
Theme
Explicitly addresses the question
(Handout #2)
“For example, if you are asked to
describe your greatest
accomplishment or any unusual
circumstances or challenges you have
faced, then your reader will expect you
to use vivid language that will enable
the reader to visualize your
accomplishment and share your sense
of success.”
http://students.berkeley.edu/apa/personalstatement/sampleessay.ht
27. Gathering Information & Developing a
Theme
Explicitly address the question
(Handout #3)
“Question Summary: Describe your
experiences in the following or describe
how you would address the following in
your professional career: integrating
research and education, advancing
diversity in science, enhancing scientific
and technical understanding, and
otherwise benefiting society”.
https://www.e-education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/ Joe
Schall
Sample Essay NSF.docx
29. Stylistic Tools
Choose a FOCUS (thesis)
“What is it? Focus refers to the main point of your statement.
Sometimes it is called a theme or thesis statement. Most of
what you say in your statement will contribute to supporting
your focus. In the very broadest sense, the focus of all
medical school personal statements is "Why I Should Be
Accepted to Medical School,". However, you need to choose
something a little more subtle and personal to make a
positive impression. Your focus should entail a value or an
observation that has shaped you as a person.
Example, most of the time a focus is an abstract quality:
◦ the desire to help others,
◦ the importance of individual contribution,
◦ the drive to unite science and compassion”
http://www.cmu.edu/hpp/achieve/pstips.html
Carnegie Mellon Health Professions Program
30. Stylistic Tools
Select an INFORMAL TONE
Avoiding formalities and generic phrases
“It is with great pride and deep respect that I
hereby do apply for the honor of the Rhodes
Scholarship.”
Assume a respectful individual tone
“I look forward to the challenges that this project
presents as well as the opportunities for further
maturation as a practicing scientist.”
Use an informal tone
◦ “to facilitate clear narrative;
◦ to involve yourself as a character in the action…”
https://www.e-
education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/ Joe
Schall
31. Stylistic Tools
Use JARGON SPARINGLY
Jargon – the specialized language of a
discipline
Use of jargon shows the “insider,” you
are comfortable with the vocabulary
and discourse of your field of study
Caution- Manage jargon and
informalities sparingly.
https://www.e-
education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/ Joe Schall
32. Stylistic Tool
Use NARRATIVE AND ANECDOTES
“When I received my first microscope
set at the age of eight, I couldn’t wait
to swab the inside of my cheek and
smear my cells on a slide.”
“Note how this example does more
than just narrate—it also underscores
the writer’s passion for a field of study
or a commitment to a cause”.
https://www.e-
education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/ Joe Schall
33. Stylistic Tools
Avoid CUTENESS AND GIMMICKY
◦ Referring to yourself in the third person
and then revealing at the end that the
protagonist is actually you
◦ Starting your essay with, “In the matter
before the court of UCLA, regarding the
admission of . . .”
https://www.e-education.psu.edu/writingpersonalstatementsonline/
Joe Schall
35. Practice Writing
Introductory paragraph
◦ Read the prompt for your personal
statement
◦ From your brainstorm identify your focus
◦ Write the introductory paragraph