<p>Hey, everyone. </p>
<p>First, allow me to apologize for giving the impression that I work for admissions by using the phrase “we”. That was a mistake on my part, and I regret any confusion that may have resulted from that choice. </p>
<p>Second, do not presume that you know how the course of my interaction with WashU went. This time last year, I did go to Discovery Weekend and interviewed at Discovery weekend in a solo interview with three panel members, two alumni and one current upperclassmen, that last about 45 minutes. If you are already familiar with the way Discovery Weekend works (maybe an older child or sibling attended) you know that it isn’t the norm. Most people, if they interview at all, get fifteen minutes with a senior and call it a day. Yes, I am a freshman, but I can assure you I am not just any freshman, so I would thank you to not dismiss me because of my age. </p>
<p>Anyone who believes a school would fly a students out without the intention of sizing them up is deluding themselves. If you stay on campus, your host fills out an evaluation form. If you go to dinners with university staff, that staff fills out evaluation forms. Recognize that all times, when you are on campus you are adding to impression the school has of you.</p>