A recent conversation with my uncle, who had just recently served in the ROK (Republic of Korea) army, made me realize that I was regretfully in one of the last remaining anti-socialism generations of a divided nation. "Military Readiness" has always been an important aspect of our educa..

158-word version: During my freshman year, I participated in the Korea Mock Trial Competition as the witness for our hodgepodge team... 164-word version: During my freshman year, I participated in the Korea Mock Trial Competition as the witness for our hodgepodge team. Although our team lost piti..

535-word version: For the fourth time, my explanation on the results was rejected by Mr. 선생님성함, my advisor of the project. Disappointed, I came out of the science class feebly. For the past two months, I had gathered data for my science project. It was hard work. Every couple of days I had..

Swarthmore: Please write a brief statement telling us why you have decided to apply to Swarthmore in particular. 379-word version: “Where is Swarthmore? Is that a university or a community college?” My grandfather, when I said that I was considering applying to Swarthmore, asked me..

Carnegie Mellon: Why have you chosen your major, department or program? (This essay should include the reasons why you've chosen the major, any goals or relevant work plans and any other information you would like us to know. If you are applying to more than one college or program, please ment..

U of Chicago: How does the University of Chicago, as you know it now, satisfy your desire for a particular kind of learning, community, and future? Please address with some specificity your own wishes and how they relate to Chicago. 336-word version: It was last year when I first became inter..