Deferred but optimistic - my plan

LadyDianeski
Sat, 22 Jan 2011 20:24:43 +0000

gman–that sounds like a fantastic plan. And your positive attitude is great. In my all-too-lengthy life, I’ve found that attitude plays a huge role in success. I’m no follower of Norman Vincent Peale, the positive-thinking prophet (whom you younguns have probably never heard of, LOL; he was big back during the '50s, which was even a tad early for me)…but I do think he had a point. A positive attitude moves mountains!

I would definitely recommend writing and sending an additional essay. In fact, don’t even ask 'em – just do it. From what I understand, UNC puts a ton of emphasis on essays. And, since this one is “extra credit,” you can write it about whatever you like. If you’re writing about something you’re passionate about, I think the results can be fabulous.

Best wishes. I still don’t understand why you were deferred. I know from personal experience that college admissions are pretty wonky. Nonetheless, I’m mystified. It makes no sense to me. and, hopefully, it will make no sense to the adcoms when they re-review your app. :)