My acceptances don't make sense!

Hindoo
Sun, 06 Apr 2008 19:12:00 +0000

Definitely, go to Berkeley, without a second thought! I’m a native Southern Californian, living in Kentucky these past 23 years, and some of my fondest memories were times spent in the Bay Area, especially around Berkeley. I remember years ago seeing graffiti in a Berkeley bathroom that made a lasting impression: “I’d rather be stomping imperialism.” That alone says so much about this wonderful place. … My daughter was rejected from Brown last year (she’s a freshman at Carleton now). Her test scores, grades, ECs, recs, etc. were wonderful, but these Ivys get more outstanding applicants than they know what to do with. If Berkeley wants you, go for it! My feeling has always been, go to the school you love–that loves you back. Good luck!