Wellesley College Admission Essays

“One shark fin soup, please,” he said, avoiding my glare and grinning back at my two brothers, too young to know any better. I’ve protested, debated, and shared article after article with my dad about the consequences of shark finning, but Chinese tradition won out….

Throughout my life, I have been fascinated by the beauty and complexity of language. As I began to explore this interest further, I discovered a passion for the Spanish language and culture. It was an event in my life that ultimately led me to pursue…

One hundred sixty-two days ago I was counting the days I had left to live. “Impression: Large right ovarian mass with cystic appearance periphery and solid tumor in the center…” I trembled as I heard every word of the MRI report that my mom had…