Virtually all of Stanford’s undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate—and us—know you better. (1800 character limit)
1226-character version:
Hello, roommate. Although I don’t know who you are right now, there’s no doubt that I’ll welcome you with all my heart. I come from a very international background. I’ve spent some time in numerous countries: Korea, Japan, China, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Bangladesh...
1457-character version:
...From each trip, I’ve learned that people can synergize regardless of the background...; in fact, I am now eager to learn more about countless cultures spread in the world.
Though I may sound tedious, don’t worry because all my peers describe me as responsible yet hilarious at times...