Sop Lang Personal Statement

The personal statement is very important to applicants who intend to be admitted to an undergraduate or graduate school. The role of a personal statement is to make applicants be different from other applicants. It mainly serves the purposes of persuading the admission committee of applicants’ great passion for the study field, explaining their experience that shaped their personality, demonstrating their longtime desire and commitment for the degree, and showing their life goals. What the admission committee is looking for in a personal statement varies from school to school, major to major. Art and Design is a unique program requiring its prospective students to be different in every aspect. The Art and Design Admission Committee is looking for a student who has creative potential in all respects. Hence, for those who want to apply to the School of Art and Design, they should understand how to present their stories, experiences, practice, goals, philosophy, inspirations, and aspirations in a creative way.

Of all of the tasks one can do, by far the noblest act is sharing one’s self to others and living in service. Though it is daunting at times, ultimately, serving others, whether through simple acts of kindness, participating in charities, or actively assisting to create a better future, is something I am willing and currently doing. In addition, both my current actions and the mindset I have behind my actions (both religious and secular) lay the foundation of a lifetime of service.

As Professor Deborah N. Archer and Associate Professor Kele S. Williams from New York Law School state in their article, “Making America ‘The Land of Second Chances’: Restoring Socioeconomic Rights for Ex-Offenders”, write, “Upon being released from prison, ex-offenders face a vast and increasing maze of mandatory exclusions from valuable social programs… These exclusions range from restrictions on the ability to get a driver’s license to a lifetime ban on eligibility for federal welfare” (Archer and Williams 1). Too many ex-prisoners are unable to receive help from government social agencies, which negatively affects them, their children, and also the safety of our communities. The consequences of incarceration not only affect the economy of the United States, but also ex-offenders, their children and safety of our communities. This lack of assistance is unfair and should be addressed and fixed. We can improve the amount of assistance by pushing the government through peaceful rallies and demanding the laws which ban these ex-prisoners from receiving helps from government social

While I was an undergraduate student at the University of Texas, several of the things I deeply enjoyed were taking interesting classes that did not pertain to my degree plan and entering these courses with an open mind. Some of these courses I genuinely enjoyed were Spanish, Middle Eastern Studies, and Literature of Renaissance Florence. My interest in applying to PLFSOM is similar to taking these liberal arts courses. Because PLFSOM is situated on the US/Mexico border, I will have the opportunity to immerse myself into another culture while focusing on medicine at the same time.

When facing discrimination in housing, jobs and overall welfare, there are little opportunities given to people recently released from prison. This causes them to go back to the life of crime, and ultimately back in prison. This features as an effect of mass incarceration and works to fuel it. According to the Bureau of Justice statistics, “ 2 out of every 3 prisoners released will be rearrested within 3 years and nearly half of those released from prison will be incarcerated again within 3 years”(Dennis Madden 14). This effect of mass incarceration limits ex-cons from reaching any pursuits and keeps them trapped in a system that continues to disadvantage them. Craig Nissan elaborates on the severity of this issue, saying, “[Ex-convicts] are labelled for life as felons, who will face forever discrimination in seeking essentials like employment and housing, basic to building a good life. Moreover, many face a life of monitoring as ex-cons and the loss of many civil rights, including the right to vote”(205). These people turn into victims of our society and lack any chances to reach

I desire to earn a PhD with a focus in the area of Christian Leadership from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary because of the school’s unwavering focus on the Gospel, fulfilling the Great Commission, and diversity. All of the previous mentioned biblical values are firmly displayed at every level in the academic programing and by the professors at SEBTS that I have the pleasure of getting to know. A passion for the Gospel, fulfilling the Great Commission, and seeing diversity within the local church fuel my calling to equip God’s people to advance His Kingdom wherever they are sent. A PhD in Christian Leadership will provide the theological knowledge, experience, and confidence needed to become a leader for my family and the body of

My story prior to CSP has so many events and memories involved with it. I went to Delano High School, which is a small town around the Plymouth area. I was a student athlete that loved to be involved in activities. I was a three sport athlete through my Sophomore year and then dropped Volleyball so I could take a heavier class load. I took College in the Schools classes to get credits for college starting my Junior year. The teachers that taught our CIS classes were the best ones and helped all of us learn how to study which will help me here at CSP. Some of my friends were there to support with everything I had going on and we formed really good study groups. My friends were also their to keep my head up and push through things that I couldn’t do without their support. My parents have been my best role models and I still continue to look up to them and listen to what they have to say. They were always very supportive with whatever I wanted to do and gave me advice when I needed it.

I desire to earn a PhD from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary because of the unwavering focus on the Gospel, fulfilling the Great Commission, and diversity displayed at all levels in your academic programs. The Gospel, Great Commission, and diversity fuel my desire to lead a multiethnic church movement and calling to equip God’s people to advance His Kingdom wherever they are sent. SEBTS PhD program with a focus on Christian Leadership will help me become a strong voice within the Southern Baptist Convention and effectively lead my SBC church plant. This degree will also further build on the knowledge learned from my Masters of Arts in Organizational Leadership. It will train me to better recognize and plan for the future trends, such as the multiethnic

The Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at the New School stands out to me over other liberal arts colleges due to its unique classroom dynamic as well as strong focus on academic freedom and social justice. I am excited that The New School gives students the ability to personalize their major and pick classes appropriate to their interests. I value this academic freedom since it will allow me to explore and expand my interests as well as enlighten me in fields I am unfamiliar with. Lang’s focus on intellectual freedom will allow me to expand on prior knowledge, but also allow me to branch out and take more academic risks. Lang encourages this risk-taking by giving students control of shaping their own major. With this ability I will be able to learn from risks I take and find new values to my education, and

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) would be a great fit for me because of its vast amounts of areas I could potentially study. Currently, as I am undecided with a narrowed list of potential majors, LSA would be able to give me a fantastic liberal arts education, allowing me to discover subjects and possible careers which interest me.

I aspire to become a people leader because I want to be a leader in the change of SAP. A leader who is focused on making a difference. I want to be able a vision and bring people together to not only complete the vision, but be the influencer of change. Being able, not only to leading a team, but being able to force others to think differently, helping others succeed, and helping them bring out the best in themselves. To achieve this I have the drive and desire to be a leader and a thirst for knowledge to be an effective one.

When I was six years old my parents decided to move to the U.S. I was placed in first grade after taking two placement exams. For approximately six months, I attended the Newcomer Center in White Plains, NY. I remember sitting on a red carpet and spending a lot of time listening to the teacher read stories. I also remember doing phonics every morning. I excelled in math, but struggled in language acquisition. After several evaluations I was assigned to a public elementary school within the school district. In second grade, I was placed in a monolingual classroom. I was later assigned to a pull-out ESL program, which I benefited from immensely. I started to enjoy reading in English when I was with my ESL teacher, Ms. Cello. Learning a new language

“One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way.” Franck Smith

A five-foot five-inch replica of the Empire State Building that I stacked entirely with playing cards back in high school was the first time I appreciated the subtleties involved in creating complex card structures. I gradually progressed to stacking domes and a full-sized stadium, but the way this tower held together fascinated me, and I realized that there was much more going on in addition to the seemingly obvious concept of maintaining the right balance. After all, nothing could be that simple. Likewise, after four years of undergraduate studies in civil engineering, it seems to me I have barely scratched its surface. A graduate school will allow me to delve deep and let me explore the finer aspects of the field. Furthermore, this is crucial in terms of achieving my long-term goal of pursuing a PhD to carve out a career in industrial research.

I have a wide range of skills and knowledge that I have acquired throughout my personal and professional life. I can communicate with different types of people regardless of age, race or class. I have accessed a huge range of courses that have enabled me to develop interpersonal skills including negotiation and dealing with different types of people and personalities. I also have the knowledge, drive and enthusiasm to work alone when required as I am self-motivated and can meet targets and deadlines. I believe that challenges are best met positively by developing and improving knowledge and skills and through professional reflective dialogue that leads to change. I am very hard-working and reliable. I work well under pressure achieving a high standard of work. I have practical and organisational skills and I can find solutions to problems and face challenges confidently.