A College Narrative by Masai “When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile” – Unknown Ssstreeetchhh! I reach my arms over my head. Then I pull my legs back. These are my warm ups. I am a runner. As a cross country athlete, I feel pain in every part of my body. My training is tough, but this is my love and my passion. As…..
Writing good narratives and stories are essential for the college essay. Here is another great story that helps the college board get to know a student’s writing ability and his experience: Isolation in the Crowd – by William “The Buddha said: Isolation is the world’s great misery. In an increasingly complex world, we feel overwhelmed, discouraged, and more and more alone.” -Rev. Wayne Muller I stand on the precipice of this underworld; this world of screeching steel and gateways to…..
I love to encourage young people to read and write. I have a large platform of young people who are interested in my book, Quantum Leaps in Princeton’s Place, from the ages of 18-24. They are interested in the personal narratives created for each character. I start talking about writing for a purpose with junior and senior students. The most meaningful narrative comes from creating their college essay. It will make a difference in the colleges they will be accepted…..